Mitsubishi Mirage grinding brakes problems

Filed May 12, 2025 · Brakes · 49,000 miles · DE

The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, there was an abnormal burning odor coming from the brakes with an abnormal grinding sound coming from the brakes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed, and it was determined that the calipers had seized. The contact stated that the brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the brake pads and rotors had been replaced 5-6 times in a year; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 49,000.

Filed Oct 24, 2019 · Airbags, Brakes · 14,500 miles · NV · crash · 2 injuries

When having to brake with any suddenness at all, I met two extremes. They either engaged so abruptly everything was thrown forward, or they failed to engage enough. Sudden- I describe this type of braking as when being cut in front of. The necessity to brake in this manner would throw my dogs and belongings into the floor. It happened frequently enough to make an impression. It seemed irregular to me. Extreme- #1: I encountered a pile-up of traffic unexpectedly and outside of the usual slowing areas for the highway. I had to slam on my brakes. The car did not slow sufficiently. The dogs were not thrown to the floor. I avoided collision by moving to another lane. A terrifying moment, but the brakes resumed normal functions under normal conditions. #2- as I drove around a mountainous bend and negotiated some traffic, I was faced with a car at a full stop at a pedestrian crosswalk a short distance ahead of me. I slammed my brakes. The car didn't slow enough. Nothing was thrown forward until the collision. As my foot was fully pressing down on them, I question if the brakes malfunctioned under extreme braking again. Normal- (2000 miles on the car)I approached a stoplight at the end of a steep road. The brakes made a grinding sound and a mechanical pop-like sound. I let off of them then reapplied slowly several times until the car stopped. The sound repeated every time I braked. It sounded as if I continued to brake, they would break. The noises dissipated after I continued. I reported it at my first oil change. He said they were fine. On review at the salvage lot, the brakes appear normal yet remarkably shiny and unused for 14,500 miles. Other: the airbags did not deploy though the car totaled. The display was often in french though english was selected. I do not know if the brakes are in any way run by the computerized part of the car so I add this detail.

Filed Jun 1, 2019 · Brakes · 60,000 miles · PA

Squeaking and abnormal grinding noise from front brakes leading to increased stopping distance, rims get very hot to the touch, increased squealing and grinding esp in city driving, all brakes and rotors were replaced this month along with alignment and new tires. Have had breaks pulled twice since for inspection and cleaning (did not help problem)car is unsafe and no one knows what problem is the cause, I do notice a large build up of black brake dust on both front rims, again these brakes are only a few months old, problem same with previous set of brakes. Car has 60,000 miles and was bought new.

Filed Jun 13, 2017 · Brakes · 10,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 mitsubishi mirage. While driving various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to completely stop the vehicle. A grinding noise was heard coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (don jackson mitsubishi 4000 jonesboro road union city, ga 30291) where it was diagnosed that the brake pads failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred every 9,000 miles. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

Filed Apr 19, 2017 · Brakes · 33,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 mitsubishi mirage n/a. The contact stated that while stationary the brake pedal failed to engage. The contact stated that the brakes made a loud squeaking noise and had been replaced once previously. The vehicle was not repaired a second time. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 33,000. Updated 05/31/17*lj updated 10/18/2017

Filed Apr 18, 2016 · Brakes · 4,354 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 mitsubishi mirage. While driving 45 MPH, a grinding noise was heard when depressing the brake pedal. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road and noticed that the front driver and passenger side rims were black with scratches around the rims. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was no failure to the brakes. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 4,354.

Filed Jan 21, 2016 · Brakes · 26,648 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 mitsuibishi mirage. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the brakes made a grinding and squeaking noise when the brake pedal was depressed. The brake pedal traveled to the floor and did not stop the vehicle properly. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was diagnosed by a mechanic who stated that the brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 26,648.

Filed Jan 2, 2015 · Brakes · 600 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 mitsubishi mirage. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 MPH down a hill, there was a vibration on the brake pedal and the brakes made a grinding sound. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 600.

Filed May 27, 2007 · Body · 194,250 miles · UT

I own a 2000 mitsubishi mirage that I bought new off the lot. I noticed it had trouble shutting several years ago and it had a loud squeak. About a year later the drivers side door had the same issue for a few months in the winter but stopped in the summer. This winter (2006/2007) the passenger door started acting up once again. It wasn't until around easter that I was with my daughter shopping and after 3 or 4 stops the door wouldn't close. It had dropped about 1 inch so it no longer lined up. When we got home I checked the hinges. The door had cracked around the connection point so the door is pulling away from the hinge. I have taken the car to 3 different body shops and they all confirmed it is rust that caused the failure. I believe this is a manufacturers problem and should be treated as such. I had taken it to the dealership where I bought it several weeks ago and they took pictures but have never contacted me back. They said that although I was within the number of years for the corrosion coverage I was over the allowed miles. Anybody will say the number of miles has nothing to do with it. Rust happens over a period of time. In fact I have seen other car companies that have a time limit for the corrosion yet unlimited miles. If mitsubishi had this it would still be under warranty. The estimated cost is anywhere from 1000.00 to 1500.00 depending on if it can be repaired or has to be replaced. I have tried to call the mitsubishi customer relations but when I press the number to connect to the complaint department nothing happens and eventually a voice comes on that says "if you would like to make a call, please hang up and dial again". I am concerned to let my kids ride in the car and even if no one was in the passenger seat if for any reason the door fell off while driving it could cause a major accident. At this time I am afraid the drivers door is following the same path yet just hasn't shown it yet.

Filed May 31, 2004 · Brakes · MD

Braking produces squeaking and rubbing sounds even after rotors were turned & replaced. Multiple pad replacements over the course of the last 3 years. The repeated rubbing and squeaking sounds occur even after brake service after less than 1500 miles. *ak transmission: car is "slow" to accelerate and sometimes stales upon acceleration attempts from 0 to 40 miles/hour. Engine check light keeps coming on....o2 sensor(s) replaced.....catalytic converter problem??????? The car passed its emmission control inspection.