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2001 Mitsubishi Mirage

Reliability, common problems, recalls and owner complaints

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage.

Recall campaigns
5
Owner complaints
34, mostly vehicle speed control
Safety record

Recalls on the 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage

Recall·01V340001

Engine and engine cooling: engine

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.

Recall·04V428000

Equipment: labels

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.

Recall·09E025000

Exterior lighting: headlights

DOPE, INC.

2 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 34 owners reported

Air bags7
Structure6
Vehicle speed control5
Electrical system3

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2001 Mitsubishi Mirage at a glance

Trims
DELS
Engine
1.5L 4-Cylinder, 1.8L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
Manual 5-spd, Automatic 4-spd
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Sedan
Browse

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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage?

Owners have filed 34 complaints about the 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage with NHTSA, most often about the vehicle speed control. 5 recall campaigns cover this model year.

Is the 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage reliable?

Owners have filed 34 complaints about the 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage with NHTSA, most often about the vehicle speed control. 5 recall campaigns cover this model year. How a specific car holds up depends on its engine, mileage and maintenance record.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.