1988 Mitsubishi Mirage

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1988 Mitsubishi Mirage
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:03:09.350Z

Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1988: 8 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1984	0
1985	0
1986	1
1987	3
1988	8
1989	6
1990	33
1991	38
1992	15
1993	73
1994	60
1995	70
1996	28
1997	74
1998	43
1999	57
2000	35
2001	31
2002	5
2014	44
2015	39
2016	1
2017	15
2018	10
2019	5
2020	1
2021	1
2022	2
2024	3

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

3 of 8 total reports mention: seat belts.

CRASH INJURY

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CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE CAME LOOSE DRIVER WENT FORWARD CAR WAS TOTALED . TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951011

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 8 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE

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CONSUMER STATED THAT ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20021030

ENGINE FIRE. *DH

NHTSA ODI report, 19960904

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, air.

FIRE

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POSSIBLE SECONDARY AIR SUPPLY REED VALVES FAILURE ,PER RECALL NOTICE, RESULTED IN VEHICLE FIRE, NOTICE NOT RECIEVED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990302

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 of 8 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 8 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE

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THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. *NLM *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20030327

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19871013 — PE (closed 19880121)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

I 19930623 — EA (closed 19931130)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

I 19950310 — EA (closed 19950801)

TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

R 19951101 — seat belts

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES A

Campaign 95V103004 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Mitsubishi Mirage — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for service brakes, air issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 95V103004 (seat belts) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

● 2001 ● 1990 ● 2000

WORST YEARS

◆ 1997 ◆ 1995 ◆ 1993

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FAQ

Is the 1988 Mitsubishi Mirage reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1988 Mitsubishi Mirage?

The most-reported component is seat belts:front:buckle assembly, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Mitsubishi Mirage have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.