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This page covers 7 recalls, 44 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage.
36–39 mpg combined
6–6.5 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage draws the most complaints around its airbag system, with owners frequently reporting the airbag warning light illuminating without an apparent trigger, in most cases the light simply comes on and stays on, often at higher mileages. Engine complaints are the second-most common category, with owners describing unusual noises at startup that tend to fade once driving, along with general performance concerns. Brake complaints follow, with multiple owners reporting grinding and squealing from the front brakes, rotors running hot, and what they describe as longer stopping distances than expected, several of these owners mention replacing brakes and rotors trying to resolve it. A smaller number of reports mention seatbelt buckles that don't latch reliably on the first attempt, requiring repeated clicks to engage.
44
Total Complaints
14
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
13
With Injuries
By System
The 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage has 7 recalls, the most serious involving replacement rear brake drums with oversized wheel stud holes that can prevent wheels from being properly tightened, creating a risk of a wheel detaching while driving.
A loose wheel can separate entirely from the vehicle, posing a danger both to the driver and to anyone nearby on the road. This recall specifically applies to replacement brake drums sold through Mitsubishi dealers, not necessarily the drums the car left the factory with.
The remaining recalls all center on the airbag system, and several describe the same underlying problems filed across multiple campaigns. One issue involves a wiring harness connector near the driver's footrest that corrodes when exposed to road salt carried in by melted snow and water. That corrosion can delay or prevent the front airbags from deploying in a crash, and it also triggers warning lights on the dashboard. A separate airbag concern involves the airbag control module's internal sensor misreading vibrations from rough road surfaces or a flat tire as a system fault, causing it to shut down the airbag system entirely. In a crash where the airbags should fire, they would not, leaving the driver and front passenger without that protection. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve these airbag issues, which is why multiple filings exist for what are essentially the same two defects.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Certain replacement rear brake drums have oversized wheel stud holes. When tightening the wheel nut, the stud can spin instead of holding tight, reducing the clamp force and potentially allowing the wheel to loosen and separate.
What the fix does
Mitsubishi will notify affected owners to visit a dealer, who will replace any defective brake drum(s).
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The air bag system's internal acceleration sensor can misread vibrations from rough roads or a flat tire as a malfunction, causing the air bags to disable and not deploy during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit software at no cost to restore proper air bag function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The wiring connector near the driver's footrest can corrode from road salt in melted snow and water. This may cause warning lights to come on, including the airbag warning light. If a collision happens, the front airbags might deploy late, increasing injury risk.
What the fix does
The dealer will move the connector to a higher location away from water exposure. If corrosion is found, the connector will be replaced with a new one.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The airbag control module's self-diagnostic system may misinterpret vibrations from rough roads or flat tires as a system fault, disabling the airbag system and preventing airbag deployment in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the vehicle's software to correct the self-diagnostic system.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The wiring connector near the driver's footrest can corrode from exposure to salty water and melted snow. This corrosion may cause warning lights to appear, including the airbag warning light, which could delay airbag deployment in a crash.
What the fix does
A waterproof sheet will be installed to protect the connector from moisture and salt. The connector will be inspected and replaced if corrosion is found.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Water and salt from wet feet can soak through the carpet and corrode a wiring connector in the junction box behind the driver's kick panel.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the connector, replace it if corroded, and install a waterproof sheet to prevent future corrosion.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The air bag impact sensor has increased electrical resistance. During a crash, the front air bag may deploy slowly and the side or curtain air bags may not deploy at all.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the impact sensor at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
