2019 Toyota MiraiRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints for the 2019 Toyota Mirai. Most complaints involve vehicle speed control (2) and air bags (2). The EPA rates it 67 mpg combined.
Safety recalls
Owner complaints by component
- Vehicle speed control2
- Air bags2
- Electrical system1
- Fuel/propulsion system1
- Steering1
- Service brakes1
- Other / unknown2
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
What owners report most
Vehicle speed control
“I own a 2019 tcuv Mirai in February of 2026 I complained to Toyota of the dashboard causing sporatic glitches nothing was done. On Oct 26th I towed car to Tustin Toyota because fc and pksb malfunction came on and car started to slow down they refused to look at it I had it towed to Toyota of orange on the 27th I have an active warranty and active vsa warranty after 2 days they said a wire was loose and that it is not covered under warranty and want me to pay 221 diagnostic fee. I have paperwork this is the 3rd time same problem last time was cleared by same Toyota of orange. They will not release my car and will not honor my active warranties”
Air bags
“On August 1, 2022, I had only owned the vehicle for a few days, purchased July 28, 2022. Idiot dash lights came on. On the dash display it told me to take it vehicle back to the dealership, Tustin, Toyota, 36 Auto Circle, Tustin, CA 92680 [XXX], Service advisor claimed there was nothing wrong, lights come on when it low on fuel. One of those lights was the RED AIR BAG LIGHT. The dealership was negligent in faulty or no real inspection. I should never of been allowed to drive the vehicle out until the air bar light was dealt with. I drove away, thinking everything was okay but lights and warning signs were still flashing. [XXX] admitted to me that he was only really in charge of tires - nothing else. August 7th I was driving 20 miles per hr in Mission Viejo, residential neighborhood. The right air bag deployed, not accident and the engine was disabled by the computer in the car. I had the vehicle towed to my home and then on Monday, Aug. 8 had it towed back to the dealership, Tustin Toyota. Service writer [XXX] had a mechanic diagnosis; water from a drink had spilled on the passenger floor mat, which shorted out the wiring and circuit board, which caused the air…”
Electrical system
Engines, transmissions & drive
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- fcv
- Transmissions
- Automatic (variable gear ratios)
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hydrogen
- EV range
- 312 mi (EPA)
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
EPA fuel economy by version
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirai Auto (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive | 67 | 67 | 67 | — | — |
- 67mpg comb.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Maintenance basics
| 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
2019 Mirai questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Toyota Mirai have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 12, 2026.
What are the most common 2019 Toyota Mirai problems?
Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are vehicle speed control (2), air bags (2), electrical system (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2019 Toyota Mirai get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Toyota Mirai at 67 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).