2014 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV

3 recalls — 0 complaints — 116 TSBs

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles. Water may penetrate the brake assist vacuum pump, causing corrosion and a failure of the brake vacuum pump.

Consequence

Without the brake vacuum pump, the driver will experience a sudden loss of braking assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-19-002.

2,108 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2012 and 2014 i-MiEV vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necess... Read more

Consequence

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-001.

1,964 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 i-MiEV electric vehicles manufactured September 15, 2009, to March 25, 2014. Due to either software programming or corrosion caused by road salt, the brake vacuum pump may stop functioning.

Consequence

If the brake vacuum pump stops functioning, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Mitsubishi will notify owners, and depending on the affected vehicle, dealers will either reprogram the brake vacuum pump controller, replace the brake vacuum pump or do both, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mi... Read more

1,810 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

EPA Fuel Economy — 2014 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
Automatic (A1) (Rear-Wheel Drive)	126.0	99.0	112.0	Electricity	$700

CO2 Emissions: 0.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2014 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV

116 manufacturer communications from 65 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
140000 AIR BAGS	22
350000 EQUIPMENT	14
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	13
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	8
100000 POWER TRAIN	6
160000 STRUCTURE	5
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE	5
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	5

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with Texas addresses to inform of open Takata recalls.

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Commission, notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with Alabama addresses to inform of open Takata recalls.

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with New York addresses to inform of open Takata recal

010000 STEERING

This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections to the Active Stability Control System, On Vehicle Service section of the applicable Service Manual.

251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections to the Active Stability Control System, On Vehicle Service section of the applicable Service Manual.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides additional circuit diagrams for the High Voltage Power Supply Control System section.

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with Florida addresses to inform of open T

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the Puerto Rico Traffic Safety Commission, notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with Puerto Rico addresses to inform of open Takata recalls.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections and additional information for the installation procedure for the EV Water PTC Heater installation due to changes in the specification of service parts.

130000 VISIBILITY

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles, notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with Nevada addresses to inform of open Takata recalls.

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a revised Safety Recall bulletin sent to dealers informing them of new Takata inflator return procedures.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a dealer letter sent to dealers informing them of the annual distribution of Electric Vehicle (EV) insulated gloves.

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from USAA, notification letters on USAA letterhead are being sent to vehicle owners insured by USAA to inform them of open Takata recalls.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross veh

160000 STRUCTURE

This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV), notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with Massachusetts addresses to inform of open Taka

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with New Mexico addresses to inform of open Takata recalls

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with Colorado addresses to inform of open Takata recalls.

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with New York addresses to inform of open Takata recall

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the South Carolina Department of Public Safety notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with South Carolina address to inform of open Takata rec

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice sent to all dealers informing them that affected owners in Virginia were sent a reminder to have a Takata recall completed on their vehicle. The letters were printed with State of Virginia letterhead.

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice sent to all dealers informing them that affected owners in Gerogia were sent a reminder to have a Takata recall completed on their vehicle. The letters were printed on a State of Georgia letterhead.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

140000 AIR BAGS

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers to inform them MMNA mailed letters to owners with Alabama addresses printed on an Alabama Law Enforcement Agency letterhead and mailed in an envelope with MMNA??A?A?s Alabama mail proces

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

140000 AIR BAGS

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers to inform them with the permission of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (DOT), MMNA mailed letters with the Pennsylvania DOT letterhead to owners with Pennsylvania addresses,

350000 EQUIPMENT

140000 AIR BAGS

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers to inform them MMNA mailed letters to owners with South Carolina addresses, who own certain 2004-2007 Lancer, 2006-2009 Raider, and 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles with open Takata recalls.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them certified EV dealers MUST have a set of electrically insulated gloves, MB992648-01. While servicing an i-MiEV or Outlander PHEV, these gloves are essential in protecting a

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers notifying them certified EV dealers must have a set of electrically insulated gloves available for use while servicing an i-MiEV or Outlander PHEV to assist in protecting a Technician fr

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers informing then MMNA has put together a new limited-time promotional offer for customers affected by the Takata Airbag Inflator Recall Campaign as part of our continuing efforts to minim

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Technical Information Notice revises TIN-20-00-007 informing dealers TK Services has confirmed that pickup service has resumed for dealerships and customer facilities.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Heater, Air Conditioning and Ventilation section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct the heater unit and blower disassembly and assembly procedures.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers. This notice reminds dealers of the importance of using and maintaining electrically insulated gloves servicing affect vehicles. The notice provides dealers with guidelines.

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a Technical Information Notice sent to all dealers in the state of Mississippi. This notice informs dealers that MMNA will be mailing letters to owners, with Mississippi addresses, with open Takata airbag recalls. The notice instruc

140000 AIR BAGS

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the diff

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Chassis Electric section of the affected Service Manual to add the Main Drive Lithium-ion Disassembly & Maintenance procedure to the Electrical Motor Un

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Heater, Air Conditioning and Ventilation section of the affected Service Manual to update Diagnostic Trouble Code procedures for DTC B1106 and B1108, of

020000 SUSPENSION

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Front Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to update the special service tool used in replacement of the Lower Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to correct diagnostic information for front and side impact sensors.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. It provides dealers instructions for resolving customer's report that Bluetooth pairing code given by the Hands Free Link system does not work for certain smartphone models, namely, Sams

151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. Customers may report the front seat belt fraying as a result of being caught under the seat reclining adjusting lever. This TSB instructs dealers how to replace the front seat belt and r

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers. This notice instructs and informs dealers the importance of using electrical insulated gloves while servicing an i-MiEV or Outlander PHEV. The notice provides guidelines how to properl

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This is a letter sent to dealers, to inform them of a repair or replacement process for HV batteries.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Electrical Insulation Gloves - Certified i-MiEV dealers were shipped an i-MiEV Special Tool kit. Included in this kit is a set of electrically insulated gloves, MB992648-01. While servicing an i-MiEV, these gloves are essential in protectli

350000 EQUIPMENT

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

THIS TSB INSTRUCTS THE DEALER TO UPDATE THE HFM (HANDS FREE MODULE) SOFTWARE TO IMPROVE THE BLUETOOTH? CONNECTION WITH IPHONE/IPOD/IPAD WHEN THE DEVICE IS CONNECTED TO WI‐FI. THIS UPDATE ADDRESSES UNSTABLE, REPEATEDLY CONNECTING AND D

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

130000 VISIBILITY

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

200000 WHEELS

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.

020000 SUSPENSION

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

220000 SEATS

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, INSTRUCTS THE DEALER TO UPDATE THE HFM SOFTWARE THAT ALLOWS VOICE RECOGNITION TO COMPLETE BEFORE CONNECTION TO THE PHONE BEGINS, TO RECTIFY THE CONDITION WHERE THE HFM ATTEMPTS A BLUETOO

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

MITSUBISHI: IN SERVICE MANUALS AN ADDITION WAS MADE TO TROUBLESHOOTING STEPS FOR TROUBLE SYMPTOM THE MAIN DRIVE LITHIUM-ION (TRACTION) BATTERY ENERGY LEVEL GAUGE FAILS TO DISPLAY "FULLY CHARGED". MODEL 2012-14 I-MIEV. *PE

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

MITSUBISHI: AN UPDATE HAS BEEN MADE TO THE ILLUSTRATION OF THE CENTRALIZED JUNCTION IN THE MANUAL. UPDATED 06/19/2014 *JS

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

MITSUBISHI: SOME CHANGES WERE MADE TO SERVICE MANUAL REGARDING THE TRACTION BATTERY ENERGY LEVEL GAUGE THAT FAILS TO DISPLAY FULLY CHARGED. MODEL 2012-2014 I-MIEV. *PE

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

160000 STRUCTURE

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

020000 SUSPENSION

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

160000 STRUCTURE

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

200000 WHEELS

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

010000 STEERING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

200000 WHEELS

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.

010000 STEERING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations — MITSUBISHI I-MIEV

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

RQ — Closed — Model Year: 2012

Brake Vacuum Pump Failure

On May 10, 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query RQ19-002 to investigate three complaints alleging brake vacuum pump failures after the remedies for Recalls 13V-031 and 14V-522 had been completed in model year (MY) 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vehicles. The investigation was ... Read more

MITSUBISHI I-MIEV — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MITSUBISHI I-MIEV across all model years (2010–2017).

18 Total Recalls

21 Total Complaints

1 Investigations

3 Reported Crashes

0 Reported Fires

2 Reported Deaths

MITSUBISHI I-MIEV — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2017	2	1	View
2016	2	0	View
2015	1	0	View
2014 (current)	3	0
2013	2	0	View
2012	6	20	View
2011	1	0	View
2010	1	0	View

Other MITSUBISHI Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
OUTLANDER	352	1,784	View
OUTLANDER PHEV	157	36	View
ECLIPSE	131	2,788	View
OUTLANDER SPORT	91	719	View
LANCER	69	1,136	View
GALANT	65	2,435	View
MIRAGE	53	941	View
MONTERO	47	994	View

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Most Affected Components

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