2001 Mitsubishi Mirage
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage. Newest first.
Dope, inc. IS recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Sabersport IS recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Remedy
Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. in addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. this recall IS expected to begin during march or april 2005. the notification to the nativa owners IS expected to begin during april or may 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The condition can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the bolt IS tightened. for those bolts not properly tightened, the bolt and pulley will be removed and inspected for any indication of damage. components showing any signs of damage will be replaced and the bolt tightened to the proper torque. owner notification began november 26, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi america at 1-888-648-7820.
Owner complaints
31 complaints9 involved a crash1 involved a fire7 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
The contact owns a 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage. The contact stated that the front driver's side seat belt failed to retract, and the driver was unable to remove the seat belt from the buckle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the failure as a retraction failure and that the…
The contact owns a 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage. The contact stated that the front driver's side seat belt failed to retract, and the driver was unable to remove the seat belt from the buckle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the failure as a retraction failure and that the seat belt needed to be replaced. The seat belt was not repaired nor replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Steering · Suspension
2001 mitsubishi mirage. Consumer writes in regards to reimburse for repairs related to steering, rattling and re-torque of wheels due to suspension work.*tgw
- Electrical system
2001 mitsubishi mirage appx 105,000 miles. Purchased may 2007. vehicle's fuse box caught fire and caused extensive damage totaling the car. No prior mechanical problems before the event occurred. after running errands I pulled into my apartment complex's parking lot and the car suddenly died. I…
2001 mitsubishi mirage appx 105,000 miles. Purchased may 2007. vehicle's fuse box caught fire and caused extensive damage totaling the car. No prior mechanical problems before the event occurred. after running errands I pulled into my apartment complex's parking lot and the car suddenly died. I tried to restart the vehicle and the engine did not even turn. I noticed smoke coming from under the hood and I got out of the vehicle and I saw small flames coming from the fuse box on the drivers side of the vehicle. I called 911 immediately and the fire department came and put out the fire. The fire destroyed and completely melted the fuse box and battery and damaged the cooling system. I filed a claim with my insurance company and monday 12/14/2009 the damage appraiser came and examined the damage and totaled the car. I have had no prior mechanical problems with the car and there were no indicates that the car was malfunctioning. *Tr
- Tires
The values on three of my tires were defective. I had two of the tires repaired (driver's front and rear) and replaced the one of the tires (passengers rear). The repairs and replacement occurred over a two-week period. *tr
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
Poor manufacturing leading to eventual operational failure. the hood hinge on the right side of the vehicle has seized up. this has placed a great amount of stress upon the tiny bracket attached to the hood; causing it to bend and structurally fail. a similar problem IS now beginning to…
Poor manufacturing leading to eventual operational failure. the hood hinge on the right side of the vehicle has seized up. this has placed a great amount of stress upon the tiny bracket attached to the hood; causing it to bend and structurally fail. a similar problem IS now beginning to propagate over to the left side of the hinge and bracket. this makes opening and closing the hood extremely difficult, along with the hood not properly closing. also, the top hinge on the passenger side door has also seized up placing a severe amount of stress on the attached bracket and bottom hinge. the amount of stress caused by the seized hinge has forced the bracket through the door; piercing the metal. this problem has also caused misalignment with the door, resulting in it not closing/sealing properly as well as rubbing against the front right quarter panel. the cost of the damages will result in approx $700.00 in repairs for a vehicle a bit over 6 years of age. currently nothing was done to correct the damages. we spoke with a district representative who was rude and pretty much tried to deflect questions with no clear answers in an attempt to frustrate us and make us stop bothering him. we are currently in the process of appealing to the corporate office to see what can be done regarding this obvious (as shown on this sites many consumer comments) manufacturing flaw. *tr
- Electrical system › Horn
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi mirage. the contact stated that the horn IS not working. he had to pull the fuse from the engine. the manufacturer advised that if he pressed the horn too hard, it could damage the mechanism. in order to have the defect repaired, the dealer stated that they…
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi mirage. the contact stated that the horn IS not working. he had to pull the fuse from the engine. the manufacturer advised that if he pressed the horn too hard, it could damage the mechanism. in order to have the defect repaired, the dealer stated that they would have to replace both the horn and the air bag mechanism. the repair would cost $700. the current mileage IS 144,000 and failure mileage was 142,000. updated 12/12/07
- Vehicle speed control
I punched out from my job and got into my car. I drove approximately 8 minutes away.i was in my car waiting for the traffic light to change to green. There were about 4 or 5 cars ahead of me.i had my foot on the brake when my car took off like a race car (very fast).i applied my brake and it felt…
I punched out from my job and got into my car. I drove approximately 8 minutes away.i was in my car waiting for the traffic light to change to green. There were about 4 or 5 cars ahead of me.i had my foot on the brake when my car took off like a race car (very fast).i applied my brake and it felt as though it didn't want to hold.i then applied both feet to the brake pedal in an almost standing up position trying to get the vehicle to stop.it eventually stopped. This incident happened either on december 20TH or december 21ST. The reason I didn't give a definitive date IS that my receipt IS in my car. This has never happened to me in my life, it happened at an inopportune time because I would have received over time that week; but due to my car not being finished (fixed) until 4:00 p.m. I lost a day of work. Very next morning I took my vehicle to firestone on elvis presley blvd. I explained what happened to the manager and he said to me "maam we don't have anyone here that can fix that problem", the manager then said that he has read somewhere where that has happened to some vehicles. He said there maybe a recall and then advised me to take the vehicle to the dealer. I left his shop and went to gossett/mitsubishi motors on covington pike; this IS where I purchased my car from. I explained it to the woman who greeted me. I told her what the manager at firestone revealed to me about the recall. She said that she will look into that. She said that the charge $105.00 just to look at the vehicle, but it will be applied towards the bill (as an offset). After they finished looking at my car she said that they don't know what caused that to happen and they don't know if it will or won't happen again. The lady said that I did have a little corrosion in my fuel injectors and this may be the problem. She also said that I need to have my timing/serpentine belts replaced. I paid for the fuel injectors there and I went to a second firestone to have the 3 belts replaced. *nm
- Vehicle speed control
While I was parking and while applying little pressure to the gas pedal the automobile accelerated and surged forward crashing two other automobiles and a motocycle. this has caused significant economic damages and an emotional distress on me and my family. *Jb
- Seat belts › Rear/other
My rear middle seat belt did not function so when I went to get my safety check from mitsubishi hawaii they charged me to replace it, stating they could not complete my safety check since the seat belt was not functioning. at the time of service, my 5 year manufacturers warranty had expired by one…
My rear middle seat belt did not function so when I went to get my safety check from mitsubishi hawaii they charged me to replace it, stating they could not complete my safety check since the seat belt was not functioning. at the time of service, my 5 year manufacturers warranty had expired by one week. when I took my car to another service company to get a tune-up (that mitsubishi said I needed even though I just had one six months prior), they told me it was illegal for the dealer to charge me to replace my passenger restraint system that was dealer issued and faulty. I called mitsubishi and they said they had never heard of this law and that I was charged because my warranty expired by a week. no one bothered to consider it took two weeks to get an appt and my warranty was in effect when I requested the appt. this charge does not seem fair since my warranty expired on feb 22, 2006 and the earliest appt I could get was on mar 1, 2006. *nm
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash · Fuel system, other › Storage › Fuel gauge system · Vehicle speed control
Dt: the contact stated while driving the instrument panel did not work properly. Also, the speedometer did not register how fast the vehicle was going, and the fuel gauge malfunctioned, the contact didn't know how much gas there was in the furl tank. In addition, the rpms did not register.…
Dt: the contact stated while driving the instrument panel did not work properly. Also, the speedometer did not register how fast the vehicle was going, and the fuel gauge malfunctioned, the contact didn't know how much gas there was in the furl tank. In addition, the rpms did not register. The contact took the vehicle to the dealership to have it checked. and they determined the vehicle had a defective module. No repairs were made.*ak
- Equipment › Electrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Upon initial purchase of the vehicle it was noted that extended use of the cd player caused the player to overheat and shut down. the original player was replaced by the dealership and the replacement has an identical problem. the instrument cluster of the vehicle began to malfunction. the…
Upon initial purchase of the vehicle it was noted that extended use of the cd player caused the player to overheat and shut down. the original player was replaced by the dealership and the replacement has an identical problem. the instrument cluster of the vehicle began to malfunction. the cluster would work on start-up and continue working until either the car warmed up or the car was shut down to refuel. the instrument cluster stopped working and no remedy has been sought yet.*jb
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
A few months ago, the passenger side door started becoming difficult to close. I thought at first the hinge needed to oil, but that did not help. Soon, the door would not close at all unless I lifted it up and slammed it. Twice my wife almost fell out because the door was not closed all the way.…
A few months ago, the passenger side door started becoming difficult to close. I thought at first the hinge needed to oil, but that did not help. Soon, the door would not close at all unless I lifted it up and slammed it. Twice my wife almost fell out because the door was not closed all the way. Today I took the fender off to see what the problem was, and the bottom hinge has completely busted through the door! When opened, the door hangs down two to three inches because the bottom hinge IS shot. Then I find out from other complaints that this has been a problem with previous years of this model and with this one also. Why hasn't nhtsa forced a recall on those problem? This IS a serious safety issue, and one that I have discussed with a lawyer. Could someone respond to me please? *nm
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments · Vehicle speed control
On 9/3/03 my 2001 mitsubishi mirage would not idle and kept cutting out every time you came to a stop. I took it to rick case @ 18300 rockside road, bedford, oh 44146 because this IS where I purchased the vehicle. the car had 30563 miles. They replaced the idle speed control motor and valve, fast…
On 9/3/03 my 2001 mitsubishi mirage would not idle and kept cutting out every time you came to a stop. I took it to rick case @ 18300 rockside road, bedford, oh 44146 because this IS where I purchased the vehicle. the car had 30563 miles. They replaced the idle speed control motor and valve, fast idle air which was under warranty. then on 10/6/04 the same exact thing happened to the car. This time the car only had 46013 miles. I had to pay for the same exact repair which cost me $520.39 which IS outrageous. they say it was different but when I got the invoice both invoices have the same parts and same description on what they replaced. I have both receipts. I think I was ripped off and that they should have replaced it since it was the same problem. I bought a new car hoping I could at least get several years without headaches but that's all this car IS and I will never purchase another mitsubishi and especially from rick case in bedford ohio. also, on 6/11/03 I took the car in for front drivers and passengers door hinges to be replaced and the rear door belt molding to be replaced because it was coming off. both door hinges were replaced but they kept my car for 3 days. now its july 2005 and my drivers door won't shut and the door light stays on and the door IS off alignment. the door hinge IS gone again. I hate to take my car in again and be charged again and again. Shouldn't this be covered because they did the same exact work in 2003. *nm
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
Bottom hinge on passenger side door IS seized up. When door IS opened , the part of the door where the hinge IS secured starts to flex. It looks like the hinge IS breaking loose from the door. This problem has not been repaired yet.
- Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner · Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
The airconditioner compressor blew a pressure valve because one of the valves stuck. This car IS a 2001 mistubishi mirage IS only 4 years old with 67,000 miles on it, and the air conditioning IS only used for half the year as I live in the midwest. I have been told that it will cost between $1,200…
The airconditioner compressor blew a pressure valve because one of the valves stuck. This car IS a 2001 mistubishi mirage IS only 4 years old with 67,000 miles on it, and the air conditioning IS only used for half the year as I live in the midwest. I have been told that it will cost between $1,200 and $1,600 dollars, which IS about half of the trade-in value. I called mitsubishi and they told me there IS nothing they can do about it because it IS out of warranty. I have a feeling I am not the only customer who has had this problem.*ak
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
Driver's' door hinge failure - door falling off vehicle. No accident occurred, just started happening. Mitsubishi denies a problem, dealer will fix for 600 +. This should be recalled - I found more than 5 dozen complaints regarding this issue in the 1998, 1999, 2000 mirage vehicles. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
I purchased a new mirage from a dealer in 2001. I might have had about 53,000 miles on the car when I started having brake problems. I decided to look into it after I had my first accident, in which I ended up rear ending someone. I got new tires and had the damage repaired. About a month later, I…
I purchased a new mirage from a dealer in 2001. I might have had about 53,000 miles on the car when I started having brake problems. I decided to look into it after I had my first accident, in which I ended up rear ending someone. I got new tires and had the damage repaired. About a month later, I had another accident resulting in rear ending someone. The car was making funny noises when I stopped. I took the car to a mechanic who said my brake pads were worn completely through, as a result of my calipers failing to release, which also wore my rotors our. In addition, he said the wrong size calipers were on the car (they were the original set). I was shocked. It was recommended that I do not drive the car another mile before getting new pads, rotors, and calipers. I was furious--i couldn't afford the entire job, so I had the brake pads replaced and immediately took the car to a mitsubishi dealer for a second opinion. They said my calipers were fine and my rotors just needed to be shaved. About a month later, I rear ended someone else. I took my car back to a dealer and had the brakes inspected. They said they look fine. I've been driving for 7 years with no prior accidents, then I get 3 in a row. My insurance IS through the roof. I drive extra slow with plenty of space between me and the next car. I don't know when my brakes will work properly and they keep telling me they are fine. Today, I took my car into the dealer for a brake inspection--the noise and vibration IS very noticeable--and guess what they said--your brakes are fine. I don't know what else to do or who can help me. *ak
- Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device
When turning steering wheel towards the right it locked, causing a rear end collision. *ak
- Electrical system › Ignition
Ignition key does not always turn to start the engine. locks up completely, cannot start the car. changing keys does not make a difference. *nlm
- Unknown or other
Paint rubs off the car in four areas (front-under the hood, back-by the license plate, and running board area under the doors from front to back of car, both sides) when washing. *nlm
- Air bags › Frontal · Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module
2001 mitsubishi mirage involved in head-on collision with 1994 ford explorer. both vehicles estimated to be traveling 35 miles per hour. air bags did not deploy in 2001 mitsubishi. vehicle IS a total loss. adjusters for both insurance companies involved commented that they were surprised that…
2001 mitsubishi mirage involved in head-on collision with 1994 ford explorer. both vehicles estimated to be traveling 35 miles per hour. air bags did not deploy in 2001 mitsubishi. vehicle IS a total loss. adjusters for both insurance companies involved commented that they were surprised that air bags did not deploy. contacted mitsubishi because of my concern that air bags did not deploy. asked if they could have representative inspect vehicle. their response was that there was probably too little impact to deploy air bags. when I explained that the vehicle was a total loss they said I could do whatever I wanted at my own expense and they would send me a brochure on air bags.
- Unknown or other
Complaint type involves a paint defect. I purchased a new 2001 mitsubishi mirage from patriot ford - mitsubishi in beckley, wv. I bought it in december 2000. the fourth day I had the car I brushed snow of the hood and paint came off with it. for the next five months paint came off mostly when…
Complaint type involves a paint defect. I purchased a new 2001 mitsubishi mirage from patriot ford - mitsubishi in beckley, wv. I bought it in december 2000. the fourth day I had the car I brushed snow of the hood and paint came off with it. for the next five months paint came off mostly when it was washed. the dealership offered to pay for painting only part of the car. this was not acceptable. the dealership refused to pay for a total paint job although I don't know why a brand new car should need any part of it painted but I countinued to get the run around for another four months at which a long awaited mitsubishi represented insected the car and offered to pay 30% of a total paint job. I refused still not being able to understand why a new car would need a paint job. I took it to auto body shops in the area and was told a few times it was road debrie causing the paint to flake off. the shops told me they worked with patriot ford. I had a lawyer for a period of time who could not make any headway with the mitusubishi manufacturer. after much frustration I fanally dropped the matter but have recently decided to continue the fight. any help you can give me with the matter would be greatly appreciated.
- Power train › Manual transmission
Consumer states that while driving and no warning the transmission will slip gears causing a distraction to the consumer. Dealer notified. Ts
- Power train › Axle assembly · Service brakes, hydraulic
While braking the vehicle experienced extended stopping distance which resulted in an accident. the dealer has replaced the brake pads and rotors several times. a piece of the axle has punctured the tires causing blowouts and flat tires on several occasions. *mr *nlm
- Vehicle speed control
While driving vehicle will hesitate and suddenly accelerate.*ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10240443This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10235609This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
- 10235608This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or 100 lbs.
- 10235606This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10211530This 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.
- 10199125This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them a shock absorber oil leak may result in replacement of absorbers unnecessarily when trace amounts of oil are noted to have adhered to the shock absorber.
- 10180775Technical 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 Personnel of the correct procedures when submitting warranty claims of this distinction.
- 10170852This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
- 10170100This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170099This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
- 10170097This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170096This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170087This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170086This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170074This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170071This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170070This 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.
- 10169006This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10163703This 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.
- 10130469This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10130468This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
- 100167542-3 shift flare.
- 10014282Instrument panel gauges inoperative.
- 10004448Torque converter shudder, surge, and/or vibration (possibly intermittent) when driving 35-50 mph at steady throttle.
- 10000097Trunk lid adjustment and torsion bar removal - service manual revision.
- 10000093Crankshaft bolt tightening - service manual revision.
- 636855Bulletin review regarding tsb-02-23-004 - revises bolt tightening torque values for transmission output shaft retainer and transmission oil pump.
- 635121Subject regarding ball joint end play check procedures - service manual revision.
- 635099This bulletin revises the tightening torque values for the transmission output shaft retainer bolts and the transmission oil pump mounting bolts.
- 627279Subject regarding loose crankshaft pulley.
- 625538Subject regarding diagnosis and troubleshooting of diagnostic trouble code p0441.
- 622478Subject regarding diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0441 - evaporative emission control incorrect purge flow troubleshooting.
- 622425This bulletin contains revised cruise control system troubleshooting procedures.
- 622423This bulletin contains revised service procedures related to the new integral automatic transmission fluid (aft) temperature sensor / solenoid harness.
- 618234This bulletin contains information about a change in configuration for the a/t solenoid valve harness and transmission fluid (aft) temperature sensor.
- 618209Information on trunk lid release kits for confinement within trunk.
- 614011This bulletin contains obd-ii drive cycle procedures and warranty claim information for obd-ii drive cycle on affected vehicles.
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