1996 Mitsubishi MIRAGEMitsubishi Mirage 1996

Complaint Information: Recalls, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins, OBD II Codes

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.
    Certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
    aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. The recall began on july 31, 2006. Owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.
    this recall only pertains to aj motorsport aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.For more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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

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

NoNoN NoneNone19970624

While traveling at 30 mph the hood opend and smashed into the windshield. Upon investigation, the owner found the frame that the hood latch is bolted to had cracked at the right bolt and was hanging down. A secondary latch assembly that should have prevented the failure failed itself.

NoNoN NoneNone19970611

The vehicle's seat belts don't lock, and the straps frequently become twisted. The straps also don't retract properly. *ak

CrashNoN NoneNone19970531

Air bags: was driving approximately 30mph , slowed down to come to a stop. Traffic ahead had stopped and vehicle didn't slow down in time enough to stop. Ran into the back of vehicle ahead, and neither air bag deployed. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19970527

While driving vehicle, the air bag light would come on & stay; took to dealer 8 different times to be repaired; could not find or fix problem; did replace air bag & faulty control unit but problem still exist.

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone19970517

Consumer was involved in a rearend collision traveling about 25 mph, impact 12:00 and the driver's and passenger's side air bags did not deploy, resulting in injuries to the driver. *ak

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone19970311

Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision, 12:00 position, speed 35mph, dual air bags did not deploy. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19961207

While driving vehicle pulled to left and after a few seconds wheels locked up/wheel disconnected from axle/strut broke off, just hung there diconnected. Lemon law said it is not covered, dealer is having someone come to look at car. *ak

CrashNoN NoneNone19961013

Failure on the driver's and passenger's side air bags, consumer was involved in a head-on collision and the driver's and passenger's side air bags did not deploy. *ak

NoFireN NoneNone19960901

While driving, the vehicle engine caught fire. Please describe.

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone19960705

During frontal impact, the driver and passenger's side doors opened. Please describe.*ak

CrashNoN NoneNone19960312

Driver experiences loss of braking while driving on the hwy which which lead to an accident, excessive wear on the front brakes pads after 8k miles. *ak

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone19960305

No deployment of driver and passenger air bag in frontal collision. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19951231

1996, mitsubishi lancer; while driving vehicle stalls unexpectedly which may cause a crash. Mitsubishi cannot determine the cause. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19951024

Vehicle stalls. *dsh

NoNoN NoneNone

While driving at any speed, the vehicle pulls to the right. Cause unknwon, will provide repair order. *ak

CrashNoN NoneNone

Vehicle was involved in an accident at 55mph, and there was no deployment of driver's or passeger's side airbags. Vehicle also flipped and driver's side seat belt broke. The cause has not been determined. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone

Owners' manual indicates otherwise, but can start vehicle in gear without pushing clutch in. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone

While driving at 30mph the hood flew open and smashed the windshield. Dealer says the latch broke. *ak

CrashNoN NoneNone

Vehicle was involved in an accident at 55mph, and there was no deployment of driver's or passeger's side airbags. Vehicle also flipped and driver's side seat belt broke. The cause has not been determined. *ak

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