2015 Mitsubishi Mirage Safety Report
2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (2) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (39) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 9 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Air Bags | Compare air bags issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2016 | Compare against the 2016 Mitsubishi Mirage with 1 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2017 | Check the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage before buying across this generation. |
Mitsubishi Mirage Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Mitsubishi Mirage years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Mitsubishi Mirage | 1 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage | 28 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage | 9 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Mitsubishi Mirage | 5 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage | 1 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Mitsubishi Mirage | 1 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2015 Mitsubishi Mirage Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Air Bags
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Mitsubishi onlyService Brakes
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Mitsubishi onlyStructure,Unknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Structure,Unknown Or Other issues Mitsubishi onlyVehicle Speed Control
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Vehicle Speed Control issues Mitsubishi onlyUnknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Mitsubishi onlyEngine
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Mitsubishi onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage
Reliability Score
The 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage receives a reliability score of 9 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags Recalled for potential failure to deploy in certain crashes. This can be life-threatening. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Service Brakes Recalled for potential failure to function properly, increasing the risk of accidents. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Structural Issues Reported as unknown or other, indicating possible design or manufacturing flaws. |
Medium | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Caliper Noise Driver reports of front caliper knocking and noise, suggesting potential brake system issues. |
Medium | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage:
Recalled for potential failure to deploy in certain crashes.
Recalled for potential failure to function properly.
Reported as unknown or other, indicating possible design or manufacturing flaws.
Driver reports of front caliper knocking and noise.
Recall Details for the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage
The following 2 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage by NHTSA:
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.
Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles manufactured July 27, 2013, to September 2, 2015. If the driver enters an affected vehicle with their feet covered water and salt, it may soak through the carpet and cause corrosion to a wiring connector located in a junction box behind a kick panel to the left of the driver's footrest.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, corrosion of the connector could delay deployment of the frontal air bags, increasing the risk of injury to the driver and the front seat passenger.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected connectors, replacing any found to be corroded. A waterproof sheet will be installed over the connectors to prevent future corrosion. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in February 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-0...
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 9 complaints involved crashes. 7 reported injuries or fatalities.
My car Vibrates drastically, can see it while im looking at the engine. I can feel it in the car from the floor all way up to my steering wheel. It can be made available for an inspection upon request. Im worried parts may break apart or engine fall out. I had a private mechanic look at it amd he verified the drastic vibration of the whole engine block. Only checked over by my private mechanic. I'...
Recall # SR-17-006 was repaired. It appears as open on website.
Vent Blower failure: Past 4 months on 4 occasions vent blower intermittently would not come on but would come back on after 15 to 30 minutes, approximately. The last 3 days of vehicle operation the vent blower motor does not come on at all with the first of 3 days the blower could be heard running at an extremely low speed. The vents at windshield and blower filter have remained free of obstructio...
mirage 2015 DL Automatic trasmission CVT, The rubber on the driver's left side has a buzzing sound, the caliper was replaced. CV Axle was replaced. Left side By manufacturer's warranty. on that side of the left side and also has a Wheel Bearing problem. on the left side it is making a very huge humming noise and they do not want to give me a guarantee because they indicate that I am the second ow...
IN AUGUST 2020, THE BUS BEGAN TO LOCK THE LEFT CALIPER OF THE FRONT RUBBER, WHICH TOOK THE DEALER CABRERA HERMANOS IN ARECIBO PR. AND THEY DID NOT FIND THE NOISE BUT THEY DID NOT AND AT THE HOUR THE BUS CONTINUES TO LOCK THE LEFT CALIPER. THEY REPAIRED A LEFT REAR CYLINDER AT THE TIME.
IN THE YEAR 2020 I TOOK IT FOR SERVICE BUT THEY DID NOT FIND THE PROBLEM THEN IN 2021 IN JANUARY I HAVE NOTICED THAT THE RUBBER ON THE FRONT LEFT SIDE IS STICKING, THE SHAFT IS OVERHEATING, A VIBRATION IN THE FRONT AXLE WHICH IS NOT CONSTANT. EVERYTHING INDICATES THAT THEY ARE LOCKING THE PAD AND THEY INDICATE THAT THERE IS NO GUARANTEE THAT I HAVE TO PAY ALL THE EXPENSES. I HAVE ALSO NOTICED AN E...
STEERING WHEEL SEEMS TO DRIFT OUT OF ALIGNMENT WHEN THE CAR IS GOING STRAIGHT. IT ALSO OCCURS DURING TURNS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE DRIVER LOST CONSCIOUSNESS AND SUSTAINED A MINOR INJURY THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW YARD AND DEEMED A TOTAL LOSS. THE D...
WHEN HE RUNS, THE FRONT CALIPER KNOCKS ON THE BRAKE AND LEAVES THE NOISE IN THE TWO FRONT CALIPER AS IF SOMETHING WAS LOOSE IN FRONT, THE TIRES WERE REMOVED AND THE CALIPER IS THE PROBLEM
I HAD TO MAKE COMPLETE SUDDEN STOP WHEN I HAD TO PUT ON THE BRAKES QUICKLY TO AVOID WRECK. I WAS IN THE FAST LANE AND WHEN I WENT TO START TO GO AGAIN IT DIDN'T WANT TO ACCELERATE AGAIN. I HAD TO PULL OVER TO SHOULDER AND SHUT OFF CAR AND RESTART IT. IF THIS IS A SAFETY FEATURE THAN ITS NOT A GOOD ONE SINCE YOU NEED TO BE ABLE TO GO IN THE FAST LANE. IT COULD OF RESULTED IN SOMEBODY TO WRECK IN T...
ON 3/8/2018, MY 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE WAS HIT ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE BY A SIMI-TRUCK GOING 50 OR MORE MILES PER HOUR. YET, MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I SUFFERED SIGNIFICANT INJURIES FROM THIS ACCIDENT WHICH COULD HAVE BEEN LESS SEVERE, IF MY AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ACCORDINGLY. I WAS NOT TOLD WHEN BUYING THE CAR OF ANY DEFECTS WITH THE AIR BAGS OR SENSORS. THERE IS CURRENTLY AN OPEN RECALL ON THE AI...
HAD A RECALL ON AIRBAGS AND AFTER THE RECALL THE SAFETY BELT SENSOR FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE DOES NOT WORK.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, MAKING TURNS, OR TRAVELING DOWNHILL FIFTY FT BEFORE COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD MAKE A GULPING NOISE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HAYWARD MITSUBISHI (25601 MISSION BLVD, HAYWARD, CA 94544) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE EXECU PAD ...
HI 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE IS A TERRIBLE CAR I FEEL UNSAFE WITH THIS CAR I HAD TO REPLACE FOR 5 TIRES I COMPLAINED TO THE COMPANY AND THE COMPANY ONLY SAYS IT'S PART OF IT IS WEAR AND TEAR I DIDN'T FIX MY BRAKES 2 TIMES ALREADY AND NOW I HAVE TO BREAK CHANGE THE BRAKES IN THE BACK WE HAD THIS CAR FOR 2 YEARS AND I'M HAVING SO MUCH TROUBLE WITH IT.
THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND WAS HIT BY ANOTHER CAR RUNNING RED LIGHT DRIVING AT/ABOVE 50MPH NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED @ TIME OF ACCIDENT
I DON'T FEEL SAFE MY CAR, IN 2 YEARS I HAD REPLACE BRAKES 2 TIMES NEXT REPLACE THE BRAKES.NOW STRING DOESN'T DRIVE STRAIGHT. I HAD REPLACE TRIES 5 TIMES TWO THE TRIES ARE BRAND NEW . THE COMPANY TELL IT IS TREATS THIS UNACCEPTABLE. AND TRIE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SLID ON A PATCH OF BLACK ICE AND STRUCK A TREE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE CRASH. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN IMPOUND LOT WHERE IT WAS DEEMED A TOTAL LOSS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT M...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE IDLING AT A STOP SIGN, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR AND WRENCH ICON ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED ON THE SECOND ATTEMPT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR AWHILE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER (ALBANY MITSUBISHI, 1000 E OGLETHROPE BLVD, ALBANY,GA, 31705) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BATTERY CELL FAIL...
IS THERE A WIND STANDARD FOR VEHICLES ON HIGHWAYS? I KNOW WHENEVER THERE IS WIND ON INTERSTATE NO MATTER WHAT STRENGTH THIS VEHICLE STRUGGLES THROUGH IT. NOT SURE BODY IS DESIGNED PROPERLY FOR HIGHWAY WHERE THERE IS ALWAYS WIND. I'M HAVING HARD TIME KEEPING CONTROL OF IT AND KEEPING FROM ACCIDENT SINCE I'M BLOWN EASILY AWAY. ALSO IT SHOULDN'T MATTER WHETHER WINDOWS OR DOWN OR NOT. CAR SHOULD ...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE N/A. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STATIONARY THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED TO ENGAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES MADE A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE AND HAD BEEN REPLACED ONCE PREVIOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED A SECOND TIME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 33,000. UPDATED 05/31/17*LJ UPDATED 10/18/2017 *JS
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Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage
Has the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE has 2 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE have?
The 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE has 39 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 9 involved crashes. 7 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
The 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE received an overall NHTSA safety rating of good (4/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE involve air bags (7 complaints), service brakes (7 complaints), structure,unknown or other (2 complaints). Other affected components include vehicle speed control, unknown or other, engine.
How many crash reports does the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE have?
There are 9 crash reports associated with the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE out of 39 total complaints (23.1% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE have?
There are no fire reports for the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
7 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE is generally recommended. It has 39 complaints, 2 recalls, and a good (4/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE are: 1. AIR BAGS (7 complaints), 2. SERVICE BRAKES (7 complaints), 3. STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints), 4. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (2 complaints), 5. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints). AIR BAGS is the single most-reported problem area with 7 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
Be cautious of air bag and service brake recalls. Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure safety. The 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE has 39 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it good (4/5).
How reliable is the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
The 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE receives a reliability score of 9/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 39 owner complaints, 2 recalls, and 9 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Air bags and Service brakes.
What are the known issues with the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
Known issues with the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE include: Air bags, Service brakes, Structural issues, Caliper noise. These are based on patterns found across 39 NHTSA complaints. 2 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage?
Yes, there are recalls for air bags and service brakes affecting many vehicles.
What are the common mechanical issues reported?
Common issues include vibrations, steering drift, and brake noises.
Have there been any air bag failures reported?
Yes, air bag failures have been reported, which can be life-threatening.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of air bag and service brake recalls. Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure safety.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage. The data includes 39 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 2 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 9 reported crashes, 7 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16