Most common 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage problems
Share of the 10 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mitsubishi Mirage complaints by model year
Best Mirage years: 2019, 2018, 2017. Years to avoid: 1997, 1995, 1999. Compare all years →
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage recalls (1)
Air bags
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mirage vehicles. The internal acceleration sensor in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) can misinterpret vibrations such as those from poor road conditions or a flat tire to be a sensor error thereby disabling the air…
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SRS-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820.
What 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage owners say
Air bags
Tl* the contact owned a 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the contact lost control of the vehicle and it flipped over three times. The frontal air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The fire department was present and a fire report was filed. The driver and a passenger were injured, taken to the hospital by ambulance, treated, and released. The contact also stated that the vehicle was taken to mountaineer automotive (615 n eisenhower drive, buckley, wv, 25801) to be repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 17V686000 (air bags) three weeks prior to the crash. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer afterwards for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 5,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage. The contact stated that while at a stop, and attempted to make a turn, the vehicle accelerated and crashed into a railroad track without warning. The air bags did not deploy. The contact did not sustain any injury. A police report was filed. The vehicle was damaged and was towed to a body shop where the vehicle was repaired. The contact later received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V686000 (19V330000) (air bags). The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was called at [phone] and no one answered the phone. The failure mileage was 6,502. Parts distribution disconnect.
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2L 3-cyl | CVT | FWD | 37 / 43 / 39 |
| 1.2L 3-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 33 / 41 / 36 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage a good car?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2018 Mirage rates better than average: 69% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Mirage at the same age. It is one of the best Mirage years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage?
The air bags — 4 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the steering (2) and wheels & tires (2).
How many recalls does the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage have?
There is 1 recall for the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage, the most recent from October 30, 2017 (air bags). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mitsubishi Mirage?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2019, 2018 and 2017. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1997, 1995 and 1999. See the full Mitsubishi Mirage years comparison.
At what mileage do 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 15,000 miles; 89% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.