1992 Mitsubishi Mirage
Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 3 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 38 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 73 |
| 1994 | 62 |
| 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 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
8 of 15 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and webbing.
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PASSENGERS PASSIVE RESTRAINT WILL CEASE TO ENGAGE MIDWAY. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960509
EXPERIENCE INTERMITTENT FAILURE, WHEN MOTORIZED SHOULDER HARNESS WON'T DISCONNECT ON DRIVER/PASS. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19951204
2 of 15 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
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WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITH NO WARNING VEHICLE STALLED, FORCING CONSUMER TO PULL OFF THE ROAD. TOWED VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. IT COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030826
1 of 15 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing multiple axle.
1 of 15 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
1 of 15 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
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WE ARE HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE DRIVERS SIDE AUTOMATIC SAFETY HARNESS. IT WAS NOT WORKING WHEN WE BOUGHT THE VEHICLE USED ABOUT A YEAR AGO.
NHTSA ODI report, 20051223
SAFETY TIMELINE
AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE
AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE
EXCESS LUBRICATION CAN CAUSE THE RUBBER DOOR LATCH SWITCH COVER TO DEFORM, AND THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH TO MALFUNCTION, SO THAT THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE WOULD REMAIN AT THE A-PILLAR WHEN THE DOOR WAS
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH.
Campaign 97V063001 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Mitsubishi Mirage — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 97V063001 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1992 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 1992 Mitsubishi Mirage?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Mitsubishi Mirage have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.