2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls 1
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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 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.
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2012 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 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 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 ($25,735) with the same model 4 model-years older ($19,772), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 76
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 76.
This Technical Service Bulletin instructs the dealer to update the Hands Free Module software to improve the Bluetooth connection when certain devices are connected to Wi‐Fi.
Bulletin TSB-16-54-001REV · Electrical System · Jul 2024Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the replacement procedure for the Differential Mount Bracket Bush of the Rear Axle Differential Carrier Assembly in the applicable Service Manual sections.
Bulletin TSB-24-27-001 · Power Train · Mar 2024This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections and additional information for the transaxle assembly removal and installation of the roll stopper bracket.
Bulletin TSB-23-22-001 · Power Train · Jul 2023This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
Bulletin DEALER LETTER · Equipment · Jul 2023This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
Bulletin TSB-23-00-004 · Structure · Apr 2023This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (…
Bulletin TSB-23-00-001 · Equipment · Apr 2023This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
Bulletin DEALER LETTER · Equipment · Apr 2023This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
Bulletin TSB-22-54-003 · Exterior Lighting · Apr 2022This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Bulletin TT253 · Equipment · Nov 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
Bulletin TSB-19-00-008 · Equipment · Jul 2019Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the LANCER EVOLUTION AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 4
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Visual System
On certain vehicles, water may drain from the windshield cowl area onto the front wiper link ball joint. Over time, this could result in corrosion and/or wear to the joint, which could result in the separation of the wiper link ball. If separation were to occur, the windshield wipers could become inoperative, which could limit the driver’s visibility under certain operating con…
Transport Canada #2018588 · Oct 2018Airbag
On certain vehicles operated in areas of heavy road salt usage, a mixture of snow, water and road-salt solution may infiltrate between the front impact sensor and the bracket that attaches it to the vehicle. Over time, repeated freezing/thawing cycles could cause a crack to develop in the sensor case allowing water intrusion and short circuit of the sensor. In the event of a cr…
Transport Canada #2016382 · Jul 2016Powertrain
On certain vehicles, the clutch master cylinder may fail, resulting in an inability to disengage the clutch or to shift gears. This could result in unintended vehicle movement, increased stopping distances and engine stalling. Such an occurrence could increase the risk of a crash causing injury or property damage. Correction: Dealers will replace the clutch master cylinder.
Transport Canada #2013316 · Sep 2013Lights And Instruments
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. An incorrectly manufactured turn signal lever could cause the auto-cancel function to become inoperative. The vehicle operator will, however, continue to be able to manually cancel the turn signals. Correction: Dealers will inspect and…
Transport Canada #2012001 · Jan 2012Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, popularly referred to as the "Lancer Evo", "LanEvo" or "Evo", is a sports sedan and rally car based on the Lancer that was manufactured by Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors from 1992 until 2016. There have been ten official versions to date, and the designation of each model is most commonly a Roman numeral. All generations use two-litre intercooled turbo inline four-cylinder engines and all-wheel drive systems.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution trims & engines on record
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vehicles on record
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV4CU029715
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV1CU014850
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV7CU013848
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV9CU011776
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV9CU013090
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV5CU025500
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV4CU015930
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV2CU029762
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV7CU012604
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV5CU026730
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV3CU020537
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV0CU030375
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV3CU026970
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV0CU019023
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer EvolutionJA32W5FV4CU032002