1995 Mitsubishi Mirage
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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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
39% of complaints: air bags — 27 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
FRONT END COLLISION, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *NM
NHTSA ODI report, 20060723
DRIVER INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT AND DRIVERS AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND WEARING SEAT BELTS BUT STILL FOREHEAD HIT WINDSHIELD. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950905
IN A VEHICLE COLLISION NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950803
14% of complaints: air bags — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. THE CONTACT WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. HIS VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY; HOWEVER, THE AIR BAG LIGHT INDICATED THAT THEY WERE ACTIVATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20071123
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141008
7% of complaints: suspension — 5 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE RE
Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
Campaign 06E065000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Mitsubishi Mirage — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E065000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Mitsubishi Mirage reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Mitsubishi Mirage is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Mitsubishi Mirage?
The most-reported component is air bags:frontal, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 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.