Most common 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo problems
Share of the 10 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evo complaints by model year
What 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo owners say
Transmission & drivetrain
I own a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution ix with approximately 14,500 miles. The clutch seems to have worn out far too soon; furthermore shifting is very rough from 1st through 3rd gear and causes the car to pulsate. It is at its worst in first gear. Apparently, this quite common with the Evo class must be addressed. Many are frustrated with the fact that the dealer is not willing to take any consideration to a worn out clutch and explains that it is a "wear item" therefore exempting them from any liability of the matter and is not covered under warranty. It is understandable that the clutch has the potential to wear out, but there is no excuse for them to wear out this early when the operator drives at a standardized pace. This is even excluding the fact that this is a high performance vehicle claiming to withstand average driver abuse. …
I first noticed that my 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution mr started to make a grinding/scrapping noise that seemed to be generating from the timing belt area. The car had approximately 30,000 miles on the odometer. It seemed to be a noise that was present at idle and upon cold start ups. I started to research this on various forums and internet, only to find that it was a common problem with a clear solution. There have been a few dealerships who have seemed to have resolved this issue but each fix seemed to vary within the timing belt area. The timing belt, sensor blade, tensioner, tensioner pulleys, etc. Have been known to cause this issue. The dealership that "fixed" my timing belt area grinding noise suggested that I replace the timing belt only, which I did. Only to have the problem resurface about 2500 miles later. …
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 5-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 17 / 23 / 19 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 16 / 22 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo a good car?
There isn't enough complaint history for the Lancer Evo to compare model years reliably. So far owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo?
The transmission & drivetrain — 8 complaints, 80% of all complaints for this model year, most often about clutch assembly. Next are the electrical system (1) and stability & traction control (1).
How many recalls does the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
At what mileage do 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 16,000 miles; 90% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.