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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.

Combined MPG
67mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
5
Top: vehicle speed control
Fuel cost / yr
—
No EPA estimate
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2019 Toyota Mirai as of Nov 12, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 12, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

5 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2022 – Oct 2026
  1. Vehicle speed control2
  2. Air bags2
  3. Electrical system1
  4. Fuel/propulsion system1
  5. Steering1
  6. Service brakes1
  7. Other / unknown2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Mirai model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
20162
20174
20182
20195
20201
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 12, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Vehicle speed control

2 reports1 crash
“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”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 29, 2026Electrical system, Vehicle speed control, Unknown or otherODI 11774337

Air bags

2 reports
“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…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 29, 2022Air bagsODI 11487119

Electrical system

1 report
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 12, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
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.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 12, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Mirai
Auto (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive
676767——
  • Mirai
    Auto (variable gear ratios)
    67 city · 67 hwy
    67
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 12, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2019 Toyota Mirai as of Nov 12, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 12, 2026Vehicle 13224
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat 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.
09 —FAQ

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).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 12, 2026