1999 Mitsubishi Mirage Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 18%of 57 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 46,043miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the body and structure of the 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage, 18% of the 57 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 46,043 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was given a 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage by my insurance company after an accident in my 1997 Mirage. When I received the car, the passenger side door was difficult to open. Over time, the door became increasingly difficult to close and it eventually became misaligned, dropping when it was opened. In july 2002, the door became unusable because it could not be opened far enough for a passenger to enter. I took it to a dealership, where I was told that the hinge had rusted shut due to underuse and that I would have to take it to a body shop. …”
NHTSA complaint #10095816, filed 2004-10, 23,000 miles“1999 Mitsubishi Mirage passenger side door hinge cracked. Opening door drops down and will not close properly. Interior light and door ajar light stays on. Dealer says not covered under warranty. Only have 37,800 miles on car. Drivers side door hinge not cracked yet.”
NHTSA complaint #10018447, filed 2003-05, 37,800 miles“Driver's side door hinge problem. Door was increasingly difficult to open or close for approx. 4 mo. Last month, the door wouldn't close enough to turn off the door ajar indicator or cabin light. Finally, the door became misaligned so that closing it wasn't possible anymore and would catch with the car's side panel. After taking it to a body shop, they determined that the hinge was the problem; it was cracked, bent, and was scraping against the door, a complete door replacement is needed due to the damage. I believe the passenger's side front door is also showing early signs of damage. …”
NHTSA complaint #10082670, filed 2004-07, 87,000 miles“While vehicle was parked consumer noticed that both driver and passenger side doors would not line up properly in order to close. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the vehicle was working as designed.”
NHTSA complaint #10079667, filed 2004-06“Lower hinges on drivers side door froze, causing door frame to crack. Door hangs down which damaged fender. Passengers side door frame is also cracking. Dealer contacted.”
NHTSA complaint #8008458, filed 2002-04Related service bulletins
- 10170852Jan 29, 2013This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
- 10170097Jan 15, 2013This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2 | 5% |
| 2014 | 3 | 7% |
| 2002 | 1 | 20% |
| 2001 | 6 | 19% |
| 2000 | 3 | 9% |
| 1999 | 10 | 18% |
| 1998 | 3 | 7% |
| 1997 | 1 | 1% |
| 1996 | 1 | 4% |
| 1995 | 2 | 3% |
| 1994 | 1 | 2% |
| 1993 | 2 | 3% |
| 1990 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage
14 complaintsEngine cooling
13 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsInterior lighting
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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