Mitsubishi Mirage problems and known issues

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 6, 2026

Most Mirage recalls involve the air bag system. Recall 17V-686 covers about 83,555 2014–2018 Mirage hatchbacks whose air bag control unit could disable the air bags after rough-road vibration, and 19V-330 covers 2017–2018 Mirage G4 sedans. 2014–2015 models also have air bag connector and sensor campaigns.

CarWhere lists 5 documented Mirage issues, including 5 NHTSA safety recalls, each with affected years, powertrains, symptoms, pre-purchase checks and a source. Recall entries come from NHTSA's recall dataset on the DOT open-data portal, which may not list every campaign, so run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup.

Mirage generations at a glance

Mitsubishi Mirage generations and the known issues listed for each
Generation	Model years	Issues on this page
Mirage and Mirage G4	2014–2024	Air bags may be disabled by a sensor error (recall 17V-686) · Mirage G4 air bags may be disabled by a sensor error (recall 19V-330) · Corroded connector may delay frontal air bags (recall 15V-815) · Impact sensor may delay air bag deployment (recall 15V-594) · HID headlamp adjustment clips may be missing (recall 16V-675)

Mirage and Mirage G4 Mirage problems (2014–2024)

Air bags may be disabled by a sensor error (recall 17V-686) (2014–2018)

Safety recall

Generation:: Mirage and Mirage G4 (2014–2024) – 2014–2018
Years:: 2014–2018
Powertrain:: All

The acceleration sensor inside the air bag control unit of 2014–2018 Mirage hatchbacks can mistake vibrations from rough roads or a flat tire for a fault and disable the air bags. The campaign covers about 83,555 vehicles; dealers reprogram the control unit.

Symptoms

Air bag (SRS) warning light on

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Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 17V686000 (2017-10) · 83,555 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [1][2][3]

Mirage G4 air bags may be disabled by a sensor error (recall 19V-330) (2017–2018)

Safety recall

Generation:: Mirage and Mirage G4 (2014–2024) – 2017–2018
Years:: 2017–2018
Powertrain:: All

The same air bag control-unit sensor problem affects 2017–2018 Mirage G4 sedans, about 26,016 vehicles. Dealers reprogram the SRS control unit.

Symptoms

Air bag (SRS) warning light on

Check before buying

Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 19V330000 (2019-04) · 26,016 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [4][2]

Corroded connector may delay frontal air bags (recall 15V-815) (2014–2015)

Safety recall

Generation:: Mirage and Mirage G4 (2014–2024) – 2014–2015
Years:: 2014–2015
Powertrain:: All

On 2014–2015 Mirages, salty water from the driver's feet can soak the carpet and corrode a wiring connector behind the left kick panel, which could delay frontal air bag deployment. The campaign covers 55,899 vehicles; dealers inspect, replace corroded connectors and add a waterproof sheet.

Symptoms

Wet driver-side carpet
Air bag warning light on

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Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 15V815000 (2015-12) · 55,899 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [5][2]

Impact sensor may delay air bag deployment (recall 15V-594) (2014)

Safety recall

Generation:: Mirage and Mirage G4 (2014–2024) – 2014
Years:: 2014
Powertrain:: All

Increased resistance in the air bag impact sensor of early 2014 Mirages (built July–November 2013) may delay the frontal air bags or stop side and curtain air bags deploying when the SRS warning light is on. The campaign covers 13,558 vehicles, including 2012 i-MiEV models.

Symptoms

Air bag (SRS) warning light on

Check before buying

Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 15V594000 (2015-09) · 13,558 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [6][2]

HID headlamp adjustment clips may be missing (recall 16V-675) (2017)

Safety recall

Generation:: Mirage and Mirage G4 (2014–2024) – 2017
Years:: 2017
Powertrain:: All

Some 2017 Mirages with HID headlamps were built without the horizontal-adjustment lockout clips properly secured, so they do not meet the federal lighting standard. The campaign covers 587 vehicles.

Symptoms

Headlamp aim that shifts or glares at oncoming traffic

Check before buying

Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 16V675000 (2016-09) · 587 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [7][2]

Related Mirage research

This page explains specific mechanical issues and recalls. Which model years drew the most owner complaints relative to the rest of the model’s history is answered in the years-to-avoid research where CarWhere publishes it.

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Frequently asked questions

What are common Mitsubishi Mirage problems?

The documented issues are recalls, mostly for the air bag system: control-unit software on 2014–2018 Mirages (17V-686) and 2017–2018 Mirage G4s (19V-330), a corroded connector on 2014–2015 cars (15V-815) and an impact sensor on early 2014 cars (15V-594).

Does the Mirage have CVT recalls?

We found no CVT recall for the 2014–2024 Mirage or Mirage G4 in the DOT recall dataset.

Are there recalls on the 2019–2024 Mirage?

We found no recall naming 2019-or-later Mirage hatchbacks or Mirage G4 sedans in the DOT dataset. Check the specific VIN with NHTSA.

Can a discontinued Mirage still get recall repairs?

Yes. Mitsubishi says Mirage owners can still use any authorized Mitsubishi dealer for required service and repairs, and safety recall work is free.

Sources

Issue descriptions are CarWhere’s own summaries of the sources below. Repair costs are shown only where a source states them and vary by shop and region.

DOT/NHTSA recall dataset record 17V-686 — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
DOT/NHTSA recall dataset (6axg-epim) full-text query: Mirage — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
Mitsubishi Mirage legacy page — Mitsubishi Motors North America (mitsubishicars.com)
DOT/NHTSA recall dataset record 19V-330 — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
DOT/NHTSA recall dataset record 15V-815 — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
DOT/NHTSA recall dataset record 15V-594 — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
DOT/NHTSA recall dataset record 16V-675 — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)

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