This is a Technical Service Bulletin, sent to dealers, to inform them of updates to the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to update removal and installation procedures of the side airbag module.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2015 Mitsubishi Mirage airbags problems
severe 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
6crashes
4injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 8 airbags complaints filed for the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Airbags accounts for 21% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 4 categories tracked.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering airbags on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
Recall # SR-17-006 was repaired. It appears as open on website.
Tl* the contact owned a 2015 Mitsubishi mirage. While driving 55 MPH, the vehicle slid on a patch of black ice and struck a tree. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no warning indicators illuminated prior to the crash. There were no injuries and a police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot where it was deemed a total loss. The vehicle was not taken to an independent…
Tl* the contact owned a 2015 Mitsubishi mirage. While driving 35 MPH, another vehicle attempted to merge into the contact's lane and crashed into the front passenger side of the contact's vehicle. As a result, the contact's vehicle rolled over multiple times and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained jaw, knee, shoulder, and other injuries that required medical attention. A police…
I had a car wreck on june 10, 2016. I hit an SUV that pulled out in front of me, and my air bag did not deploy on intial impact. I hit the SUV, then hit an imbankment. When I hit the imbankment, it deployed. It should have come out on intial impact. The impact ws so great, I hit my head on windshield and cracked glass above sterring wheel, even though I had my seat belt on. I have pictures of…
Had airbags trouble with your 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage?
It's a meaningful issue. 8 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Based on the 8 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 25,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2015/Mitsubishi/Mirage.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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