2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 33 on record.
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2013 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.
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2013 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 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2013 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 ($27,955) with the same model 5 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
NHTSA defect investigations 1
Electrical overstress Closed
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect. During the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of subject vehicle air bags and other restraint system devices in severe crash events. The subject vehicles may be equipped wi…
NHTSA #EA19001 · Air Bags · opened Apr 2019 · closed Sep 2024An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 78
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 78.
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 3
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2013 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 2013Source: 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.
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution trims & engines on record
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vehicles on record
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV4DU011783
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV3DU018319
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV6DU015820
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2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV7DU011664
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV6DU015866
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV0DU017015
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV1DU012193
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV4DU011069
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FVXDU024715
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV5DU019956
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV2DU011717
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV6DU013470
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV4DU005190
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV0DU013724
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV2DU015878
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV7DU014578
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV8DU023630
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV7DU016685
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV2DU016724
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV6DU011039
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRJA32W5FV0DU019474
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV6DU022333
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSRJA32W8FV3DU012178