NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 35 owner complaints for the 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage. Most complaints involve electrical system (9) and power train (5). The EPA rates it 25–31 mpg combined.
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“MY NAME IS [XXX]. AND I AM REQUIRING ABOUT THE SAFER CAR RECALL.. *TR”
“AFTER BUYING THE CAR, THE FIRST WEEK, THE TRANSMISSION ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WOULD CUT OUT. TOOK IT TO THE APPLEWAY MITSUBISHI REPAIR CENTER, AND THEY COULD NOT FIND ANY PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION, YET ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS IT STILL CUTS OUT, USUALLY RIGHT AFTER LEAVING FROM A STOPPED POSITION. THE STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN HAVE A DEFINITE VIBRATION BETWEEN THE SPEED OF 70 TO 80 MILES PER HOUR, YET THE REPAIR FACILITY SAID THAT THEY HAD TEST DROVE IT AT THOSE SPEEDS AND INFORMED ME THAT IT DID NOT VIBRATE.*AK”
“VEHICLE VIBRATES IN THE FRONT. THE VIBRATION GET WORST AT 50-60MPH. STEERING NEEDS BOTH HANDS AT ALL TIMES. THE TIRES HAVE BEEN ROTATED AND CHANGED TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirage Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 36 | 31 | $2,050 | 287 |
| Mirage Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,300 | 317 |
| Mirage Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 33 | 27 | $2,400 | 329 |
| Mirage Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,550 | 355 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
5 safety recalls as of Nov 5, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (9), power train (5), suspension (5). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage at 25–31 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).