1996 Mitsubishi Mirage Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage.

19951997
Complaints
40
Crashes
14
Fires
1
Injuries
9
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#111 complaints

Air Bags:Frontal

Avg mileage:83 mi
Crash-related:11
#22 complaints

Airbags

#32 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage.

Air Bags:Frontal
11
complaints
Crashes
11
Fires
Avg Miles
83
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brake Master Cylinder
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Manual Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front:Macpherson Strut
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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1996 Mitsubishi Mirage — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage has 40 NHTSA complaints, 14 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Air Bags:Frontal with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage?
Top reported problems: Air Bags:Frontal (11 complaints, avg 83 mi); Airbags (2 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 83 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage?
NHTSA complaints for the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage include 14 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 9 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1996 Mitsubishi Mirage?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Mirage reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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