We have classified the 2 complaints from 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer about SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC into the following categories.
Our 2003 mitsubishi lancer es has only 15,520 miles on it and we've had to replace the front brake pads and rotors. we took it to the dealership and i asked if there was an issue with the brakes on this model of mitsubishi, explaining that my wife drives this car and it is parked in a covered garage, as evidenced by the excellent condition and low mileage. i was told this seems to be low mileage for the front brake pads and rotors to require replacement, but that happens. *nm
Slave cylinder suddenly went out. *nm
Mitsubishi lancer 2003, defective transmission and brakes. *bf the consumer stated the transmission slipped at every speed and no one would admit there was a problem. the brakes would fade and vibrate making it difficult to stop. *jb
When driving my vehicle the transmission does not shift gears properly. normal operation of the vehicle leads to jerky transitions from gear to gear and results in the inability to gauge the amount of pressure need to maintain/reach/sustain speed. this occurs in both highway and city environments. i have had the car serviced according to mfg'r recommendations of every 3000 miles. i have about 35000 miles on the vehicle at this point. it started doing this at about 4000 miles. i have had the vehicle checked multiple times. when taken to the dealership they informed me nothing was wrong. i have changed the trans. fluid as well as all filters. i was told this is 'normal' for the car. i do not think however that this is a typical behavior for new vehicles. i have also had a problem for the past 1500 or so miles with my breaks squeaking. when i try to stop or pull out from a parking space they have a squealing sound. i have also had this evaluated at the mitsubishi repair shop and was informed they are fine.*ak
Brake pads manufactured by carbotech engineering http://www.carbotecheng.com manufacturer a brake pad for the 2003 mitsubishi lancer evolution that is sold as a "direct stock replacement" upon questioned by several customers who bought these pads (myself included) about obscenely loud noises and worse than stock braking ability, they refused to look at the situation and correct the situation as necessary. then admitted that the pads are not for the evolution and that the pads do not fit the application they were sold for. they refused to refund money or to further research the issue of braking safety. they continue to sell the pads that they know are not a proper fit potentially causing a brake failure and a fatal accident. *jb