- The problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 Lancer, 2004 Lancer Wagon, 2003-2006 Lancer Evolution, 2003-2006 Outlander and 2007-2013 Outlander V-6 vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
- The risk
- A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one that has a sealing/anti-corrosion agent applied to it. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-003.
Vehicle safety record
2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in June 2016 for the lower arm.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Lancer Evolution year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles sold in the united states and puerto rico, the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) and gross axle weight rating (gawr) as stated on the certification label are in error.
- The risk
- Overloading can damage your vehicle, adversely affect vehicle performance, including handling and braking, cause tire failure, and result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the label. The recall began on may 31, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
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No complaints about the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: every year compared
All Lancer Evolution years2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 0 | 2 | A | |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | 311 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 166 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Galant | 139 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | 129 | 6 | D | Compare |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport | 83 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | 69 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | 40 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Spyder | 7 | 0 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Does the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: lower arm (June 2016); labels (March 2004). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 92 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution years have the most complaints?
2010 (79), 2008 (59), 2011 (45). See every Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution year compared.
What should I do if my 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data