Mitsubishi Mirage 1989
Model Mirage made in 1989 by Mitsubishi got 8 consumer complains, 5 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, power train and seat belts. Technical service bulletines regarding unknown or other. The car had one investigation (seat belts). There was one recall concerning seat belts . The car has 2 modeles with engines 1.5l, 1.6l.
Model 1989
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 27/29/28 | 30/38/33 | Regular | $ 509 | 3 | 880626 |
| ( 1.5L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | FWD | 32/38/35 | 36/49/41 | Regular | $ 408 | 3 | 880626 |
| ( 1.5L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 29/35/32 | 33/45/37 | Regular | $ 445 | 3 | 880626 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 23/29/26 | 26/38/30 | Premium | $ 635 | 3 | 880625 |
| ( 1.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 27/29/28 | 30/38/33 | Regular | $ 509 | 7 | 880626 |
| ( 1.5L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 30/35/32 | 33/46/38 | Regular | $ 445 | 7 | 880626 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V103004 | MITSUBISHI AMERICA | from 01/01/1986 to 12/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 658000 | 11/01/1995 | ODI | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 05/24/1995 | 05/24/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 improperly. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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 are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. the manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior; seat belts; belt buckles.vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light duty trucks and vans equipped with safety belts made by takata corporation.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| TSB9711003 | 05/01/1997 | 52633 | Valve lash adjuster procedures - service manual revision. *tw | 08/21/1997 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | ||||||
| EA96015 | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 06/28/1996 | 06/12/1997 | AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE | 97V063001 | |
| The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails | ||||||
| EA96015 | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 06/28/1996 | 06/12/1997 | AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE | 97V063000 | |
| The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails | ||||||
| PE96006 | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 01/19/1996 | 06/28/1996 | AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE | 97V063001 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA96015 | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 06/28/1996 | 06/12/1997 | AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE | 97V073001 | |
| The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails | ||||||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||
| EA95004 | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 03/10/1995 | 08/01/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE | 95V103004 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 08/03/2000 | 3 | 08/01/1989 | |
| Reported engine stalling since 1992. mechanic found play in crankshaft sproket. repair authorization was denied by warranty. i have had extensive maintenance done since then resulting in the above mentioned,due to stalling or engine shutting off. the latest repair was the engine coil replacement. | |||
| 11/11/1994 | 1 | 04/30/1990 | |
| Crankshaft seal failed. | |||
| 06/01/1995 | |||
| The bolt in the crankshaft keeps coming loose. please describe. tt | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 10/23/1996 | 1 | 04/30/1990 | |
| Front axle failure. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT | |||
| 10/23/1996 | 1 | 04/30/1990 | |
| Driveline boot failed. | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 03/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Seat belt buckle broke, preventing belt from buckling. *aw | |||
| 11/01/1994 | |||
| Passenger side belt buckle failure, unable to latch seat belt. *ak | |||
| 08/02/1994 | 1 | ||
| Front passenger side seat belt wouldn't go in or lock. tt | |||