CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Mitsubishi Mirage has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 4 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (5 reports).
1988 Mitsubishi Mirage recalls
Most common 1988 Mitsubishi Mirage problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
What owners report
THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. *NLM *NLM
CONSUMER STATED THAT ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *YH
HOOD LATCH IS IS A ROUND PROTRUSTION THAT FITS INTO HOLE ON BODY OF CAR. ROUND PROTRUSION IS HELD IN PLACE BY SMALL FLAT SIDED PIECE OF METAL THAT SLIDES BACK AND FORTH INSTEAD OF BY POSITIVE CLAMPING ACTION. WHEN THE SPRING OR WHATEVER KEEPS THE SLIDING PIECE AGAINST THE PROTRUSION IS BROKEN OR WEAKENED, THE HOOD FLIES UP OBSCURING THE DRIVER'S VISION. THIS IS SCARY AT NIGHT ON A WINDY ROAD.*AK
POSSIBLE SECONDARY AIR SUPPLY REED VALVES FAILURE ,PER RECALL NOTICE, RESULTED IN VEHICLE FIRE, NOTICE NOT RECIEVED.
ENGINE FIRE. *DH
1988 Mitsubishi Mirage questions
Does the 1988 Mitsubishi Mirage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1988 Mitsubishi Mirage: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Mitsubishi Mirage?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (5), Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Service Brakes, Air (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Mitsubishi Mirage has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.