Two problems related to clutch pedal/linkage have been reported for the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer based on all problems reported for the 2008 Lancer.
While coming of the off-ramp, the vehicle lost pressure in the clutch pedal. Upon further investigation, there was fluid leaking from the clutch master cylinder. It has been noted that clutch master cylinder in 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer ES (base model) is the same as one being recalled in 2008-2013 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution x. This is a second time the clutch master cylinder has failed and needs to be replaced. I would like for Mitsubishi corp. To look into the recalling base models for this issue as they have in the following sr-13-009. Failure of the clutch master cylinder reduces the ability to shift the vehicle into or out of gear, increasing the risk of a crash.
I took in my Mitsubishi Lancer evo to local dealer for transmission problem. This car currently has 3,300 miles and I'm having problems in shifting from second gear to third. At times I need to take clutch pedal out two to three times in order for it to engage. Some times transmission will not go into reverse also. Dealer had car for a couple of hours and indicated on their work order that the car had no problems while test driving?.