2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vs 2006 Saturn Ion
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2006 Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 1,235 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 30 | 739 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 23–26 |
| Median reported mileage | 35,500 mi | 67,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 544 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 392 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 127 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 111 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 61 |
| Engine | 3 | 41 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 30 |
| Power Train | 3 | 36 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 0 | 132 |
| Stalling | 0 | 69 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 65 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 48 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 20 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 13 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
2006 Saturn Ion
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.