Tl* the contact owns a 1997 mitsubishi mirage. The clips that secures the floor-mats to the floorboard has fractured. This condition causes the floor-mat to shift under the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but a technician stated that there was not a remedy for the failure. The current mileage was 30,831 the failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 01/20/10 *bf updated 01/22/10.
The worst 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Engine18
- Airbags15
- Transmission15
- Brakes7
- Seat belts6
- Suspension6
- Acceleration5
- Tires4
- Visibility3
- Electrical2
- Fuel system2
- Body1
- Lights1
- Seats1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage
Recalls 1
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles: mirage model vehicles equipped with 1.5l engines; montero sport models equipped with 3.0l engines; and montero models equipped with 3.0l engines. The bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.
- Risk
- The condition can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- On the mirage vehicles, the dealers will install a new, improved crankshaft pulley bolt on the older engines. On new engines which already have the improved bolt, the dealer will tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to the correct torque specification. On the montero models, dealers will tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to the correct torque specifications. If the bolt is damaged, it will be replaced.
Recall number 00V311001 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage 49
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew...
- This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them a shock absorber oil leak may result in...
- Technical Information Notice to dealerships
- This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers
- This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio...
- This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
- This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the...
- 2-3 shift flare
- Alternator fr terminal voltage - service manual revision
1997 Mitsubishi Mirage fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4‑cyl | FWD | 25-28 | 33-36 | 28-31 |
| 1.8L 4‑cyl | FWD | 23-25 | 30-33 | 26-28 |
What 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I saw the recall id 00v311001 but I have already paid for the fix of my car because I didn't saw the recall what can I do about the money I paid to a mechanic I sped $700.00 dollars on the repairs I hope you can help me thanks.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 mitsubishi mirage. While driving at an unknown speed, an unknown instrument panel light illuminated. The engine stalled and the vehicle was towed. A local mechanic stated that it would cost $2,200 to repair the vehicle, however the contact does not know what needs to be repaired. The # of cylinders, purchase date, and mileage information were unknown.
Tl* - the contact stated that when making a turn ithe safety seat will flip over. She has to hold the safety seat while turning the vehicle in order to reach the seat. While driving the contact must position the seat as far back as possible so that she may prevent the seat from flipping over. Since the child weas only 1 month old the child could not be placed in the front seat. Eddie bauer comfort #22630lkm. Needed to register car seat-702‑807‑9025. Updated
Left front control arm rusted through on the consumer's 1997 mitsubishi mirage.*mr
Dunlop sp 20 tires size 185/65-14. One tire seperated and caused damage to vehicle. In addition other 3 tires on vehicle were well on way to seperation. Had to purchase 4 tires.
Consumer received recall 00-v-311-001 notice from manufacturer. It had been over 2 months, and no parts were available.
Recall 00-v-311-001: mirage model vehicles equipped with 1.5l engines; the bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle. Consumer has the same problem. Dealer won't honor the recall.*ak the bolt holding cranshaft pulley became loose again. *ts
Vehicle hit a drain in the yard at 5 MPH and both frontal airbags deployed. Dealer can't find reason for problem. Driver sustained injuries. *ak mechanic wrote there was no damage to the front or rear of the vehicle to make the air bags deploy. *ph
Driver's side seat belt is inoperative. Dealer notified.
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Questions about the 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage
Is the 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage reliable?
Owners have filed 74 complaints about the 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage, 14.8 times a typical Mirage model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage?
Engine and cooling, with 18 complaints. Next is airbags (15).
How many recalls does the 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 00V311001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mitsubishi Mirage have bad engine?
The Mitsubishi Mirage model years with the most engine complaints are 1997 (18 complaints) and 1999 (13 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage get?
Official estimates for the 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage range from 26 to 31 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.5L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 25-28 city and 33-36 highway.
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