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2020 Mitsubishi MirageRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage. Most complaints involve service brakes, hydraulic (1). The EPA rates it 36–39 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.
Combined MPG
36–39mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
1
Top: service brakes, hydraulic
Fuel cost / yr
$1,650est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage as of Nov 5, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 5, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
1 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2025 – May 2025
- Service brakes, hydraulic1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 5, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Service brakes, hydraulic
1 report
“The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, there was an abnormal burning odor coming from the brakes with an abnormal grinding sound coming from the brakes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed, and it was determined that the calipers had seized. The contact stated that the brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the brake pads and rotors had been replaced 5-6 times in a year; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 49,000.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 5, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
2 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
- Engines
- 1.2L 3-cyl
- Transmissions
- Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Manual 5-spd
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 5, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirage Auto (variable gear ratios), 3 cyl, 1.2 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 36 | 43 | 39 | $1,650 | 228 |
| Mirage Man 5-spd, 3 cyl, 1.2 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 33 | 41 | 36 | $1,800 | 242 |
- 39mpg comb.
- 36mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 5, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
1 tested variant
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5Mitsubishi MIRAGE 5 HB FWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 4 of 5
- Side pole
- 2 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 16.4%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 5, 2026Vehicle 14534
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| 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 |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2020 Mirage questions
How many recalls does the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 5, 2026.
What are the most common 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage problems?
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes, hydraulic (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage at 36–39 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).
How safe is the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage 4 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 5, 2026