Water has made its way through the grommet in the driver side wheel well, down the harness, and rests in the connectors behind the kick panel under the dash. Wires/connectors have become corroded causing several problems, including: lights will not turn off, and neither will the engine after keys are removed and even after the battery is disconnected.
The worst 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Lights1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
Problems by type
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- Electrical1
- Lights1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo 23
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd...
- This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load...
- This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of...
- This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd...
- This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the New York State...
- This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew...
- This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers informing then MMNA has put together a new...
- This TSB provides the addition of Hood Air Outlet Maintenance Procedure due to a change in suppliers
- This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers
What 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Traveling on freeway in number 3 lane, front drive train locked up. Car skidded for approx 60 feet and than veered to the left and was struck in the number 1 lane.
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Questions about the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo
Is the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo, close to a typical Lancer Evo model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is lights (1).
How many recalls does the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo have?
No recalls on record.
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