Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Air Bags May Not Deploy in a Crash
- Summary
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mirage vehicles. The internal acceleration sensor in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) can misinterpret vibrations such as those from poor road conditions or a flat tire to be a sensor error thereby disabling the air bags from deploying in a crash.
- Consequence
- Air bags that do not deploy as designed in a crash increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SRS-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-006.
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Owner complaints (10)
10 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 4 | 40% |
| Steering | 2 | 20% |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 20% |
| Wheels | 2 | 20% |
| Engine | 1 | 10% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 10% |
| Power train | 1 | 10% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 10% |
| Suspension | 1 | 10% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 10% |
How 2018 compares with other Mirage years
Best and worst Mirage years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 44 | 3 |
| 2015 | 39 | 2 |
| 2016 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | 15 | 2 |
| 2018 | 10 | 1 |
| 2019 | 5 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 | 3 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage 5 hb fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 39 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $1,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 225 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 39 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 L 3-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 37 / 43 / 39 | $1,700 | 225 |
| 1.2 L 3-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 / 41 / 36 | $1,850 | 242 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2018 Mirage for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage FAQ
How many recalls does the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 17V686000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage problems?
Owners filed 10 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (4), Steering (2), Vehicle speed control (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage get?
EPA rates the 1.2 L 3-cyl · CVT version at 37 city, 43 highway and 39 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage get?
NHTSA rated the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage 5 hb fwd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 4 stars side and 4 stars rollover (16.4% rollover risk).
How does the 2018 Mirage compare with other years?
Among the 2014–2021 Mitsubishi Mirage model years at least five years old, the 2016 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2014 the most (44). The 2018 drew 10. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.