2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vs 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 28 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 82 | 87 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 45,000 mi | 39,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 26 | 20 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 19 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 3 |
| Steering | 0 | 3 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 6 |
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.