1999 Mitsubishi Mirage engine problems

13 complaints (23% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 13
of this car's complaints: 23%
crashes: 1
recalls: 2

Which part fails

Engine: gasoline
7
Engine
5
Engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Mitsubishi Mirage engine problems in other years

Related recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engineReported November 5, 2001 · 18,630 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. 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: Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the bolt is tightened. For those bolts not properly tightened, the bolt and pulley will be removed and inspected for any indication of damage. Components showing any signs of damage will be replaced and the bolt tightened to the proper torque. Owner notification began november 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi america at 1‑888‑648‑7820.

Recall number 01V340001 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engineReported October 2, 2000 · 210,000 vehicles affected

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

What 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 8, 2003 · Engine · PR

Engine problem.

Filed Jul 20, 2003 · Engine · TN

Purchased 1999 mirage from thompson ford and was not notified that the vehicle was on a recall. Automobile was purchased in november 2000. Subsequently , pulley bolt completely broke and the entire pulley and belt fell out. This was the first incident, exact days unknown, however month and year are accurate. In april 2003, vehicle stopped. Was informed by thompson ford that the vehicle wsa not under warranty only to find out approximately 10 days later that it was. Vehicle was taken to thompson ford after another mechanic had serviced the vehicle and could not find the problem. Thompson ford replaced the piston and this did not solve the problem. Vehicle was sent to a authorized dealer where they replaced a valve and sensor, however the vehicle still does not run. Failure of thompson ford to notify me of the recall upon purchase could have resulted in a serious accident or death as at the time I purchased the vehicle I was commuting. I became aware of the recall in 2002 following the pulley bolt breaking and costing considerable monies for repairs.

Filed Jul 2, 2003 · Engine · 35,000 miles · CT

While driving driver suddenly lost all steering. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer stated problem was related to the crankshaft pulley.

Filed Sep 27, 2002 · Engine · TN

Consumer purchased vehicle one month after the recall regarding the crankshaft pulley bolts was distributed, 00v311001. Consumer received the recall notice almost a year later in august of 2002. In july the bolt broke in half and came out. As a result of the bolt breaking, damage was done to the head gasket. Consumer returned the vehicle to the dealer for repairs. The extended warranty would not cover the repairs. The bolt was not covered. The vehicle had a coolant leak. There was no power. The belt and the pulley were missing.

Filed May 23, 2001 · Engine · MO

Engine was making a clicking noise. It sounded like timing belt was moving too fast for wheel. Dealer rebuilt engine first time, and it was back to making the same noise. Consumer was asking dealer for an appointment.

Filed Jan 18, 2001 · Acceleration, Airbags · MO · crash

While holding brake pedal enigine suddenly accelerated into a pole. This has happened twice. Second time a garage door was hit. Air bags did not deploy in either incident. *ak there was a recall ( 00v311001) for possible loose crank shaft pulley bolt and the dealer reinstalled it.

Filed Nov 15, 2000 · Engine · GA

Recall 00v311000/crankshaft pulley bolt: recall notice received and contacted marietta mitsubishi in marietta, georgia; phone # 770/953-4660 for appointment. Dealer informed that consumer was responsible to pay for repairs, and be reimbursed through manufacturer. Asking the federal safety agency to look into this matter. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Filed Sep 8, 2000 · Brakes, Engine · VT

The car has major loss of power when accelerating, the transmission skips gears when you start going ,the brakes are bad after only 7,000 miles

Filed Jul 7, 2000 · Engine · GA

Vehicle experiencing problem with hesitation during a stop postion. Vehicle been in dealer shop on several occasions, and informed that nothing can be done. Please provide further details.

Filed Jan 9, 2000 · Engine · TN

Consumer have a constant problem with engine lag at take off.the manufacturer and dealership will not solve the problem.

Questions about the 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage engine

Does the 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage have engine problems?

Owners have filed 13 complaints about the engine of the 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage, 23% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage engine problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage engine?

Yes, 2 recalls: 01V340001, 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).