1989 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
1 recalls — 8 complaints — 5 TSBs
95V103004 May 24, 1995
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence
THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SUR... Read more
Complaint Statistics
8 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT | 1 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Sep 26, 2000
Incident date: Aug 3, 2000
REPORTED ENGINE STALLING SINCE 1992. MECHANIC FOUND PLAY IN CRANKSHAFT SPROKET. REPAIR AUTHORIZATION WAS DENIED BY WARRANTY. I HAVE HAD EXTENSIVE MAINTENANCE DONE SINCE THEN RESULTING IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED,DUE TO STALLING OR ENGINE SHUTTING OFF. THE LATEST REPAIR WAS THE ENGINE COIL REPLACEMENT.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Dec 10, 1996
Incident date: Nov 11, 1994
CRANKSHAFT SEAL FAILED.
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Dec 10, 1996
Incident date: Oct 23, 1996
FRONT AXLE FAILURE.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
Dec 10, 1996
Incident date: Oct 23, 1996
DRIVELINE BOOT FAILED.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Oct 5, 1995
Incident date: Mar 1, 1995
SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE, PREVENTING BELT FROM BUCKLING. *AW
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Jul 13, 1995
Incident date: Nov 1, 1994
PASSENGER SIDE BELT BUCKLE FAILURE, UNABLE TO LATCH SEAT BELT. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jul 5, 1995
Incident date: Jun 1, 1995
THE BOLT IN THE CRANKSHAFT KEEPS COMING LOOSE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Feb 28, 1995
Incident date: Aug 2, 1994
FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT WOULDN'T GO IN OR LOCK. TT
EPA Fuel Economy — 1989 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 27.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 28.0 | 35.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,250 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 25.0 | 32.0 | 28.0 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 27.0 | 23.0 | Premium | $3,550 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 1989 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
5 manufacturer communications from 5 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
TT253
Nov 26, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-19-00-008
Jul 30, 2019
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.
TT237
Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-002
Jan 29, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
TSB9711003
May 1, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VALVE LASH ADJUSTER PROCEDURES - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations — MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA96015
Opened: Jun 28, 1996 — Closed: Jun 12, 1997
AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE
THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT ALLEGEDLY MALFUNCTIONS OR FAILS
PE96006
Opened: Jan 19, 1996 — Closed: Jun 28, 1996
AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA93017
Opened: Jun 23, 1993 — Closed: Nov 30, 1993
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
There is no summary currently available
MITSUBISHI MIRAGE — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MITSUBISHI MIRAGE across all model years (1986–2018).
51
Total Recalls
941
Total Complaints
3
Investigations
234
Reported Crashes
24
Reported Fires
11
Reported Deaths
MITSUBISHI MIRAGE — Year by Year
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| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 6 | View |
| 2022 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2020 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2019 | 0 | 10 | View |
| 2018 | 1 | 15 | View |
| 2017 | 2 | 21 | View |
| 2016 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 2015 | 2 | 60 | View |
| 2014 | 3 | 63 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 5 | View |
| 2001 | 5 | 51 | View |
| 2000 | 5 | 55 | View |
| 1999 | 6 | 74 | View |
| 1998 | 5 | 53 | View |
| 1997 | 4 | 105 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 40 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 93 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 69 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 91 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 17 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 45 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 37 | View |
| 1989 (current) | 1 | 8 | |
| 1988 | 1 | 10 | View |
| 1987 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 1986 | 1 | 1 | View |