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1992 Mitsubishi Precis

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 1992 Mitsubishi Precis.

Safety record

Recalls on the 1992 Mitsubishi Precis

Recall·94V080000

Fuel system

THE VEHICLES FAILED THE LATERAL MOVING BARRIER IMPACT TEST REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 1 owners reported

Power train1

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

1992 Mitsubishi Precis at a glance

Engine
1.5L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
Automatic 4-spd, Manual 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Hatchback
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 1992 Mitsubishi Precis?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1992 Mitsubishi Precis with NHTSA, most often about the power train. There is 1 recall campaign covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 1992 Mitsubishi Precis reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 1 open recall campaign on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 1992 Mitsubishi Precis?

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 1992 Mitsubishi Precis 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.