2014 Mitsubishi Mirage Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 18%of 44 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 18,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the engine of the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage, 18% of the 44 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 18,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, 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.
“Impossible to reach manufacturer's advertised fuel mileage. No matter the weather, tire pressure, power to accessories, nothing. Absolutely impossible. I bought the car because of the mileage advertised by Mitsubishi, and I rarely get over 30mpg in mixed driving. Vehicle always has synthetic oil changed regularly, and is well maintained. Was advertised as 39mpg city and 41 highway.”
NHTSA complaint #10929601, filed 2016-12, 44,000 miles“My car is equipped with a push button start and two times in a row when I pressed the button to start the engine it just made this loud screech /mechanical sound. It has done this two separate days (2/20/204 & 2/22/2014). Both times it did it twice and started on the 3rd attempt.”
NHTSA complaint #10565464, filed 2014-02, 300 miles“I was in a accident and air bags didn't deploy, I replace the brakes a month ago the dealership said I need brakes again,the motor knocks until the car warms up,I pay 400 a month for a trashy little car help me”
NHTSA complaint #10816613, filed 2015-12, 29,000 miles“On april 18, 2014 only 2 months after purchasing their brand new 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage my parents were hit head on after a person swerved into their lane. Speed was not a factor, the investigation is still under way, and we still don't know why they both died (driver with massive head trauma including a broken jaw, passenger with massive abdominal trauma.) there will be an autopsy on both vehicles, but the driver of the other vehicle walked away with a broken leg and heel. Why? …”
NHTSA complaint #10587557, filed 2014-05, 1,000 miles“I was driving down the road and made a left turn to go on the highway. The vehicle started startling and then there was smoke coming from the hood. Being that I was on my way to a family event that was about 5 miles away, I made sure that I was able to make it to the location so that I could at least park my car. As I was driving the smoke continued which caused me to drive my car 20 MPH and all the lights on the dash came one. The check engine light as well as the low coolant light remained on up until I was able to park it. …”
NHTSA complaint #10669896, filed 2015-01, 7,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11029566Feb 12, 2026Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
- 11021739Jul 24, 2025Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
- 10159648Apr 25, 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the…
- 10103125Mar 11, 2016This is a technical information notice sent to dealers to inform them of a temporary back order of the long block engine part number listed in sc-16-001rev, ecm reprogramming…
- 10103123Mar 7, 2016This is an advance technical information notice that was provided to dealers to inform them that a revised service campaign bulletin will be released for ecm reprogramming for…
- 10103105Feb 19, 2016This is the letter sent to owners of vehicles covered by sc-16-001.
- 10103110Feb 17, 2016This is an advance technical information notice sent to dealers to inform them that customer letters for sc-16-001 will be sent out. This notice also informed dealers to address…
- 10075159Feb 17, 2016Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10103103Feb 5, 2016This is an advanced notice to dealers informing them that a campaign bulletin regarding ecm reprogramming on certain 2014 2015 mirage vehicles, where during cold start, the…
- 10075158Feb 5, 2016Summary to be provided on a future date.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 20% |
| 2018 | 1 | 10% |
| 2017 | 2 | 13% |
| 2015 | 1 | 3% |
| 2014 | 8 | 18% |
| 2000 | 1 | 3% |
| 1998 | 1 | 2% |
| 1994 | 1 | 2% |
| 1991 | 1 | 3% |
| 1990 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage
15 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 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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