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 | 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
53% of complaints: air bags — 37 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.
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
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
17% of complaints: service brakes — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURY11% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and ignition.
FIRE10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
7% of complaints: suspension — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front.
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 (37 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 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, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 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.