1996 Mitsubishi MirageMitsubishi Mirage 1996

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

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Below you will find all available information on the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage, manufacturered by Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (mmc).
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Subcompact Cars TWO DOOR COUPE.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
MitsubishiML3 4A3 JA7 ML3 JA4 JA3 Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
23 - 28 MPG29 - 35 MPG286.67 - 355.48 g/mile
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage?
     - The 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 23 - 28 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 29 - 35 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage is $2100.
  • Where is the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage produced?
     - The 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage is produced in Minato-ku Tokyo , Japan.
  • Are there recalls for the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage?
     - There are 1 recall(s) for the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage, additional information is below.
  • How much does the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage weigh?
     - The 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage is listed to weigh 1178 lbs.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls

  • Recall 36868 [USA]: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result 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.

Recalls are also available on the Complaints page
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 detailsSOHC-3 (FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.4427
    City mpg for fuel type 1,24
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index49010
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC-3 (FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2100
    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 1,29
    Vehicle record id12635
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    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
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)87
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 131.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 141.0256
    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-750
    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 detailsSOHC-3 (FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline1000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 19.5971
    City mpg for fuel type 1,28
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,31
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index49010
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC-3 (FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)1750
    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 1,35
    Vehicle record id12636
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    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
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)87
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 136.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 150.0
    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 gasoline1000
    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 liters1.8
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC-4 (FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.9004
    City mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index49011
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC-4 (FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)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 1,30
    Vehicle record id12637
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    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
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)87
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 129.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 142.0
    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 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Mirage

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC-4 (FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.9004
    City mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index49011
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC-4 (FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)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 1,30
    Vehicle record id12638
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    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
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)87
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 129.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 142.0
    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
Bulletins

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

  • TSB-22-54-003 - 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.
  • TIN-20-55B-001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical information notice to dealerships. Due to the increased occurrence of mirage/mirage g4 vehicles exhibiting faulty air conditioning systems caused by low/high refrigerant levels; mmna would like to remind all dealer service personn
  • TSB-13-42A-002 - STRUCTURE: This technical service bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the body section of the applicable service manuals.
  • TT194 - STEERING: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
  • TTIndex12 - EQUIPMENT: This is an index of tech talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
  • TT193 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
  • TT195 - STEERING: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
  • TT192 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
  • TT191 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
  • TT218 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
  • TT217 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
  • TSB-15-54-004 - 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.
  • 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.
  • 0313005 - EQUIPMENT: Obd-ii drive cycle. *tt
  • 9923010 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: This bulletin contains recommended automatic transmission / transaxle maintenance information. *tt
  • 9922003 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: This bulletin contains recommended manual transmission / transaxle maintenance information. *tt
  • 0013005 - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin contains obd-ii drive cycle procedures and warranty claim information for obd-ii drive cycle on affected vehicles. *tt
  • TSB9723015 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE): Information about improved automatic transaxle end clutch. *tt
  • 97090152B003 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Service manual revision on supplemental restraint system (srs) cautions and warnings. *yc
  • TSB9700005 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Mut-ii scan tool warranty. *tw
  • TSB9723007 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Torque converter clutch solenoid resistance - service manual revision. *tw
  • TSB9752B002 - AIR BAGS: Additional srs air bag troubleshooting procedures- service manual revision. *jd
  • TSB9611012 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Addition of new item to troubleshooting chart (worn or damaged valve guides) - service manual revision. *tw
  • TSB9622005 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Additional manual transaxle shift lever operational inspection - service manual revision. *tw
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20011102

The air bags did not deploy during an accident. Yh

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20011102

Consumer's vehicle was involved in a front end collison in which the front driver's side and passenger's side airbags failed to deploy. As a result the driver sustained injuries to neck and back. The dealer and manufacturer have not been contacted. *ak *nlm

NoNoN NoneNone20000807

When brakes were applied they went to floor. Brake master cylinder repaired. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone20000324

No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19991014

I've had problems with the car from day one. It has always used oil, having to add more oil all the time even though i due an oil change on regular basis. This has caused me to run low on oil, and the oil does not come on until as the mechanics say "its bone dry". The air condition belt squeaked from day one, then just quit working. The water pump has now went out twice!!! The first time the thermostat also was not working, which caused me to have a major mechanical bill...No warning while out of state!!! The windshield has always fogged up no matter what you do to eliminate it, which has caused me near collisions numerous times. The windows soon became off track for no apparent reason and now leak water. Ball joints have been replaced. This car basically was a lemon. I purchased this car brand new, my first new car and my last from mitsubishi.

NoNoN NoneNone19990705

The srs air bag light has illuminated on the dash console information center and has not gone back off, it has been on for at least 2 weeks. Dealer has been contacted. *ak

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone19980705

While the vehicle was sitting still at a stop light it was hit from the rear, and the passenger's and driver's air bags did not deploy. There was one injury. The dealer cannot duplicate the problem. An insurance claim was filed. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19970808

Driving the vehicle and the brakes lock up. This has happened several times, and the dealer changed the master cylinder but the vehicle still has the same problem. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19970630

When the vehicle is put into gear, the vehicle starts humping, (like a manual trans.) then cuts off just when is on parking lot or on street driven about 25 mph. *ak

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