2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 29 on record.
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls 4
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if …
Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-…
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.
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.
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 LANCER EVOLUTION, RALLIART, AND SPORTBACK RALLIART VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TURBOCHARGED ENGINES. THE MANNER IN WHICH THE FUEL RETURN PIPE IS ATTACHED TO THE ENGINE, IN COMBINATION WITH FREQUENT VEHICLE OPERATION AT CERTAIN ENGINE REVOLUTIONS, MAY RESULT IN A RESONANCE THAT, IF CONTINUED OVER TIME, MAY CAUSE A STRESS CRACK TO DEVELOP AT THE FIXED PORTION OF THE FUEL PIPE.
Fix: THE FUEL RETURN PIPE WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW PART AND TWO ADDITIONAL ATTACHMENT BRACKETS WILL BE INSTALLED TO BETTER CONTROL FUEL PIPE VIBRATION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 LANCER AND LANCER EVOLUTION VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF 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 DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. IN AREAS WHERE…
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FRONT AIRBAG SENSORS THAT HAVE IMPROVED CORROSION RESISTANCE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 27, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT AT 1-888-648-7820.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
What's a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($19,772) with the same model 5 model-years older ($10,230), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution trims & engines on record
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vehicles on record
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V78U046190
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA3AW56V78U051498
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA3AW56V08U050810
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V98U048930
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V88U049325
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V58U049377
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA3AW56V68U051055
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA3AW56V88U051512
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA3AW56V88U051199
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V58U044759
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V38U044968
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V58U043773
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V48U048592
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V28U050471
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V98U043744
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA3AW56V78U051730
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA3AW56V28U050176
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86VX8U044207
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V48U049614
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA3AW56V88U051154
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V08U049934
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V98U050015
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA3AW86V68U049503
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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?
Across all 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, electronic stability control (esc), structure.
What gas mileage does the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution get?
The 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).
How much is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution worth?
Comparable 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution listings run roughly $15,000–$24,000, typically around $19,772 (from 29 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.