Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 1995 Mitsubishi Mirage
The 1995 Mitsubishi Mirage has limited data regarding major issues, but airbags seem to be a concern, reflecting a significant portion of the few complaints and no recalls related to them. Other issues, like electrical and brake complaints with a limited number of cases, suggest general caution but no widespread failures have been documented.
NHTSA data on file today
The 1995 Mitsubishi Mirage has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 69 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #06E065000 FMVSS 108/AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 34 complaints
- Electrical System 7 complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 7 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 5 complaints
- Suspension 5 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 3 complaints
Of the 69 complaints on file, 36 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 69 complaints, owners report 27 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Airbag failure
How to check: Ensure airbags are functional and check warning lights.
Electrical system failures
How to check: Test all lights and electrical components.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises.
Red flag: Loud knocking sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check if airbags warning lights stay on.
Red flag: Warning lights illuminated
- 03
First braking
What to check: Ensure smooth and responsive braking.
Red flag: Spongy or delayed brakes
- 04
City driving
What to check: Test turn signals and headlights.
Red flag: Non-functional signals or lights
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Check for stable acceleration and power.
Red flag: Loss of power
- 06
Braking from highway speed
What to check: Observe any shaking or pulling.
Red flag: Steering pulls or vibrations
- 07
Parking inspection
What to check: Examine tire wear patterns.
Red flag: Uneven tire wear
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have the airbags ever been deployed?
- Are there any electrical issues?
- Has the car been involved in any accidents?
- Have there been any brake repairs?
- Can the vehicle's service history be provided?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Previous recall repair records
- Service history documentation
- Proof of recent emissions test
- Airbag system inspection report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 1995 Mitsubishi Mirage at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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