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2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution

JA32W5FV4CU032002

Vehicle history report for the 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution (VIN JA32W5FV4CU032002). Grey. Title: Clean. 41,692 mi reported. Registered in Id. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.

Clean No open recalls Gasoline
2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution, Grey, Sedan/Saloon — representative vehicle photo for VIN JA32W5FV4CU032002
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At a glance

Title statusClean
Reported mileage41,692 mi
LocationId, USA
ColorGrey
Last listed price$31,980
Open recallsNone

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Mitsubishi
Model
lancer evolution
Year
2012
Body style
Sedan/Saloon
Vehicle type
PASSENGER CAR
Engine
2.0L
Fuel type
Gasoline
Doors
4
Assembly plant
MIZUSHIMA, JAPAN
Manufacturer
MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORPORATION (MMC)

What's a 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution worth?

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Low
$21,500
Typical price
$25,735
High
$29,800

Most 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution listings fall between $21,500 and $29,800, from 15 comparable cars.

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MPG & running costs

Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution.

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,000
FuelPremium

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.

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📜 Title status Clean, salvage, rebuilt, junk, flood or lemon
🏷️ Title brand history Every brand ever applied, by state
🧾 Number of owners How many registrations on record
🛞 Odometer readings Reported mileage over time
🔎 Rollback check Mileage inconsistency / tamper flags
💥 Accident & damage Reported collisions and damage events
🚧 Total-loss records Insurance total-loss declarations
♻️ Salvage & auction Salvage-yard and auction history
🚓 Theft records Reported / recovered theft events
🏦 Liens & impounds Outstanding liens or impound records
🏷️ Sale & listing history Past marketplace and dealer listings
💰 Market valuation Estimated value for this exact spec
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Safety recalls None found

No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2012 mitsubishi lancer evolution.

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

Power Train 2 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Seats 1 report

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Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1 report

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Owner complaints 3

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution.

SEATS

THE DRIVER'S SEAT SIDE LEG BOLSTER BROKE. UPON REMOVING THE SEAT FROM THE VEHICLE IT WAS FOUND THAT METAL HAD BROKEN WHICH ALLOWED THE BOLSTER TO BREAK. SEEMS DANGEROUS TO ME CONSIDERING THE CARS CAPABILITIES AND THAT IT IS SOMETHING THAT CAN AFFECT THE DRIVER IN A TURN.

NHTSA ODI #10854498

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

2012 EVO X GSR - FROM JBA MITSUBISHI (GLEN BURNIE, MD). AT 31,651 MILES - I WAS IN A FAST-FOOD DRIVE THRU LINE ORDERING BREAKFAST. THAT IS, 0MPH. ALL OF A SUDDEN, I HEAR A CHIME AND SEE MY INSTRUMENT PANEL FLASH. MY DRIVING-MODE/STATUS LIGHT (WHICH SHOWS TARMAC/SNOW/GRAVEL) HAD TURNED OFF. ANOTHER LIGHT ILLUMINATED, SAYING '4WD SERVICE REQUIRED'. MY E…

NHTSA ODI #10616432

POWER TRAIN

THE CAR IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SHIFT. FROM STOP TO ABOUT 40 MPH, THE SHIFTING FEELS LIKE DOESN'T WANT TO GO INTO GEAR. I WAS TOLD THIS IS NORMAL. THE CAR SEEMS TO SHIFT A LOT BETTER AT HIGHER RPMS; PROBABLY DUE TO LESS OF A SYNCHRONIZATION PROBLEM. MISS SHIFTS CAUSE DELAY IN ACCELERATION. *TR

NHTSA ODI #10550510

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Is the VIN JA32W5FV4CU032002 valid?

JA32W5FV4CU032002 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Japan. It decodes to the 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution.

Does the 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution have any open safety recalls?

No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.

What is a fair price for a 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution?

Comparable 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution listings run roughly $21,500–$29,800, typically around $25,735 (from 15 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.

What fuel economy does the 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Mitsubishi lancer evolution at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 23 highway).

Data last checked 30 Jul 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.