The problem
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured from December 12, 2007, through March 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the clutch master cylinder can fail.
The risk
Failure of the clutch master cylinder reduces the ability to shift the vehicle into or out of gear, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected clutch master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's campaign number for this recall is SR-13-009.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 13V-446 (13V446000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SR-13-009 |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Power train › Manual transmission |
| Report date | September 19, 2013 |
| Owners notified | November 12, 2013 |
| Vehicles affected | 10,474 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
- 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
- 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
- 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Plus 2 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 13V-446 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected clutch master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's campaign number for this recall is SR-13-009.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 10,474 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.