Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage
The 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage has a moderate number of owner complaints and three recalls, primarily related to air bags and the electrical system. These issues may pose safety concerns. Prospective buyers should thoroughly inspect these components, particularly due to potential airbag deployment failures. While there are some engine and brake complaints, the data is relatively limited, so general reliability assessments should be cautious.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 44 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #17V686000 Air Bags May Not Deploy in a Crash NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V815000 Air Bag Deployment may be Delayed due to Corrosion NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V594000 Delayed Air Bag Deployment due to Impact Sensor NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 15 complaints
- Service Brakes 9 complaints
- Engine 8 complaints
- Electrical System 5 complaints
- Suspension 5 complaints
- Power Train 4 complaints
Of the 44 complaints on file, 14 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 44 complaints, owners report 19 injuries and 2 deaths (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Airbag deployment failure
How to check: Verify recall completion for airbag ECU sensor issues.
Corrosion in wiring connector
How to check: Inspect carpet around driver's footwell for dampness.
Service brakes complaints
How to check: Test brakes for responsiveness and unusual noises.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises.
Red flag: Knocking or ticking sounds
- 02
Initial acceleration
What to check: Check for smooth gear shifting.
Red flag: Jerky or hesitant shifts
- 03
Highway acceleration
What to check: Observe if airbag warning lights activate.
Red flag: Persistent airbag light
- 04
Braking
What to check: Feel for any vibrations or noises.
Red flag: Squealing or grinding brakes
- 05
Turning
What to check: Listen for suspension noises or clunks.
Red flag: Noticeable clunking or rattling
- 06
Parking
What to check: Check for ease of maneuvering at low speeds.
Red flag: Difficulty steering or stiff wheel
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbag recall been addressed?
- Is there any electrical work documented?
- Have the brakes been serviced recently?
- Are there service records available?
- Have there been any major repairs?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall completion confirmation
- Service and maintenance records
- Accident repair history
- Title and vehicle registration
- Warranty documentation
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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