1990 Mitsubishi MirageMitsubishi Mirage 1990

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage, manufacturered by Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (mmc).
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Subcompact Cars .

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
MitsubishiML3 4A3 JA7 ML3 JA4 JA3 Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
21 - 27 MPG26 - 33 MPG306.44 - 386.39 g/mile
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Sub-models: - Mirage Wagon -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage?
     - The 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 21 - 27 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 26 - 33 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage is $2150.
  • Where is the 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage produced?
     - The 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage is produced in Minato-ku Tokyo , Japan.
  • Are there recalls for the 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage?
     - There are 2 recall(s) for the 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 10609 [USA]: If pieces fall into the buckle assembly, the buckle may not operate properly, failing to properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 18161 [USA]: The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 3-spd Front-Wheel Drive Mirage

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.9004
    City mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index49010
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)12
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)84
    Vehicle record id6558
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)10
    Model name (carline)Mirage
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)90
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 130.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 137.0
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Mirage

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline500
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 110.259
    City mpg for fuel type 1,27
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,29
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index49010
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)1850
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,33
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)12
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)84
    Vehicle record id6559
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)10
    Model name (carline)Mirage
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)90
    TransmissionManual 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 134.4444
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 146.1538
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline500
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Mirage

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-250
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.0189
    City mpg for fuel type 1,24
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,27
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index49010
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2000
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,31
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)12
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)84
    Vehicle record id6560
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)10
    Model name (carline)Mirage
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)90
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 131.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 144.0
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-250
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Mirage

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.6
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.6
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index49020
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2350
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)12
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)84
    Vehicle record id6561
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)10
    Model name (carline)Mirage
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)90
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 126.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 136.0
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Mirage

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.6
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.6
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index49020
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2350
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)12
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)84
    Vehicle record id6562
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)10
    Model name (carline)Mirage
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)90
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 126.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 136.0
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Automatic 3-spd Front-Wheel Drive Mirage Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.9004
    City mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index49010
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Vehicle record id6922
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)28
    Model name (carline)Mirage Wagon
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)83
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 130.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 137.0
    EPA vehicle size classSmall Station Wagons
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Mirage Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-250
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.0189
    City mpg for fuel type 1,24
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,27
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index49010
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2000
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,31
    Vehicle record id6923
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)28
    Model name (carline)Mirage Wagon
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)83
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 131.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 144.0
    EPA vehicle size classSmall Station Wagons
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-250
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • TSB-21-00-010 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This technical service bulletin was sent to dealers to provide instructions and material safety data sheets for biosol 100 use.
  • TIN-21-00-003 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This technical information notice was sent to dealers reminding them of the importance of customer satisfaction.
  • TT-20-00-002 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Tech talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
  • TIN-20-42A-001 - EQUIPMENT: This technical information notice was sent to dealers informing that mmna has recently received information from mitsubishi motors corporation (mmc) about the effects of the waterborne (wb) paint process on mitsubishi vehicles.
  • TSB-20-42A-005 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This technical service bulletin informs dealers they may find a stain or cloudy spot on the body panels after removing the transportation film.Due to improper installation of the film.This tsb instructs the dealers of the repair procedure f
  • TSB-13-42A-002 - STRUCTURE: This technical service bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the body section of the applicable service manuals.
  • TT253 - EQUIPMENT: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
  • TSB-19-00-008 - 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 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
  • TSB9711002 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: New valve lash adjuster noise checking and troubleshooting procedures. *jd
Known Recall Investigations
  • Automatic shoulder belt failure investigation # EA96015

    The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails

  • Auto shoulder belt failure investigation # PE96006

    There is no summary currently available

  • Takata seat belt buckle failure investigation # EA95004

    There is no summary currently available

Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20080514

Tl* the contact owns a 1990 mitsubishi mirage. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled sporadically at initial start-up or when driving various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed for the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 82,000. ## vin passed ## mitsubishi mirage 1990 ##

NoNoN NoneNone20021114

Ecu failure, then mpi control relay, then distributor cap, coil & rotor, then new distributor. *nl

NoNoN NoneNone20010311

While driving up a hill gear was on drive, then jumped into reverse, making vehicle roll backward, happened twice.*ak

NoFireN NoneNone20000519

Engine fire due to possible engine failure. (ohio traffic crash report) *mjs

NoNoN NoneNone19990513

Car also cuts off if the air is on

NoNoN NoneNone19970928

Electronic control module (ecm) replaced due to vehicle stalling. Consumer also complains of not having a warning indicator to notify driver of failure.

NoNoN NoneNone19970925

Experienced unpredictable complete loss of engine power while driving on the highway.

NoNoN NoneNone19970617

When driving at varies speeds, the vehicle would stall/die out for no reason. Would restart vehicle & it would stall again. Took to dealer. Mechanic gave it a tune up. The stalling still exists after tune up. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19970220

The automatic passenger's restraint belt never releases itself from the lock mode, when consumer gets into vehicle and starts the ignition the belt does not adjust. Instead, the belt is sqeezing occupant across chest area so tight that it's hurts. *ak

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