Mitsubishi Mirage years to avoid and best years
Newer Mitsubishi Mirage years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2014 has the most complaints per year, at 9 (44 complaints). From 2019 on, complaints per year fall. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2020 at 0 (from 1 complaint), 2019 at 0 (from 5 complaints), and 2016 at 0 (from 1 complaint). On the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage, 12 of 44 complaints name Air bags.
Data as of .
Mitsubishi Mirage reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Mitsubishi Mirage. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Forward collision avoidance | 38 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 36.8 |
| 2022 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Electrical system | 36.8 |
| 2021 | 0 | 2 | 0 | Air bags | 36.8 |
| 2020 Fewest | 0 | 1 | 0 | Hydraulic brakes | 36.8 |
| 2019 → Fewest | 0 | 5 | 0 | Air bags | 36.8 |
| 2018 → | 3 | 10 | 1 | Air bags | 36.8 |
| 2017 → | 6 | 28 | 2 | Air bags | 36.8 |
| 2016 Fewest | 0 | 1 | 1 | Exterior lighting, Air bags, Unknown or other | — |
| 2015 → | 8 | 39 | 2 | Air bags | 37.5 |
| 2014 → Most | 9 | 44 | 3 | Air bags | 37.5 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Hatchback
- Oil
- 0W-20 (1.2L three-cylinder) · 3.2 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 165/65R14
Known issues for this generation
Recall 17V-686 covers certain 2014-2018 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles: the internal acceleration sensor in the SRS electronic control unit can misinterpret vibrations, which may cause the air bags not to deploy as intended in a crash. Dealers replace the SRS ECU.
Frequently asked questions
Which Mitsubishi Mirage years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2020 at 0 (from 1 complaint), 2019 at 0 (from 5 complaints), and 2016 at 0 (from 1 complaint).
Which Mitsubishi Mirage year has the most owner complaints?
2014 has the most complaints per year, at 9 (44 complaints). On the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage, 12 of 44 complaints name Air bags.
How do Mitsubishi Mirage owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Mitsubishi Mirage years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. From 2019 on, complaints per year fall.
What oil does a Mitsubishi Mirage use?
The 1.2L three-cylinder is commonly specified with 0W-20 and about 3.2 qt with filter.
What tire size is on the Mirage?
Factory fitment is 165/65R14 on typical U.S. Mirage hatchbacks; confirm on the tire placard.
Did Mitsubishi recall Mirage air bag control units?
Recall 17V-686 covers certain 2014-2018 Mirage vehicles where the SRS ECU acceleration sensor may misread vibrations and affect air bag deployment; dealers replace the SRS ECU.