Mitsubishi

Mirage (6th)

2014-2025 · Subcompact Sedan
133 NHTSA Complaints
4 Recalls
1 Fire Reports
39 Crash Reports
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NHTSA Safety Ratings About NHTSA ratings

Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
4/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Optional
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
4/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Optional
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
4/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Optional
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
4/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Optional
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
4/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
4/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
4/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
4/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No

Recalls (4)

17V686000Oct 29, 2017serious
Air Bags

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mirage vehicles. The internal acceleration sensor in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) can misinterpret vibrations such as those from poor road conditions or a flat tire to be a sensor error thereby disabling the air bags from deploying in a crash.

16V675000Sep 18, 2016serious
Exterior Lighting

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mirage vehicles manufactured October 28, 2015, to August 4, 2016 and equipped with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps. The affected vehicles may have been assembled without the headlight horizontal adjustment lockout clips properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

15V594000Sep 22, 2015serious
Air Bags

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles manufactured July 27, 2013, to November 20, 2013, and 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vehicles manufactured October 28, 2011, to September 7, 2012. Due to an increased resistance in the impact sensor for the air bag system, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal, side and/or curtain air bags when the SRS warning is illuminated, the frontal air bag may have a delayed deployment and/or the side and curtian air bag may not deploy at all.

15V815000Apr 11, 2015serious
Electrical System

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles manufactured July 27, 2013, to September 2, 2015. If the driver enters an affected vehicle with their feet covered water and salt, it may soak through the carpet and cause corrosion to a wiring connector located in a junction box behind a kick panel to the left of the driver's footrest.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2014-2025 Mitsubishi Mirage problems?

The 2014-2025 Mitsubishi Mirage has accumulated 133 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Safety Systems, Electrical System, Brakes. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Mitsubishi Mirage engine is most reliable?

The 2014-2025 Mitsubishi Mirage was offered with 2 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 1.2L 3-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2014-2025 Mitsubishi Mirage a good used car?

The 2014-2025 Mitsubishi Mirage can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 133 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2014-2025 Mitsubishi Mirage have?

The 2014-2025 Mitsubishi Mirage has 133 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2014-2025 Mitsubishi Mirage?

There are 4 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2014-2025 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Mitsubishi Mirage?

Before buying a used Mitsubishi Mirage, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Safety Systems, Electrical System, Brakes, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the Mirage?

The 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage received an overall 4-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: 4 stars. Side crash: 4 stars. Rollover: 4 stars (16.4% rollover probability). Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: Standard. Lane Departure Warning: Optional. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 133 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-07.

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