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 ↗2017 Mitsubishi Mirage airbags problems
critical 13 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Complaints
13
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
9crashes
11injuries
1fatality
When does it fail?
Of the 13 airbags complaints filed for the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 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
No new NHTSA airbags complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
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.
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.
The failure pattern owners describe
Nine owners report frontal airbags failing to deploy during collisions—rear-end strikes, head-on impacts with other vehicles, vehicle rollovers, and animal strikes—at speeds from 25 to 55 mph. Impact forces were severe enough to total or destroy the vehicles and injure occupants (bruising, whiplash, back injuries, head trauma), yet airbags remained inactive. One owner noted side curtain airbag covers detaching without any bag deploying during a rollover. Another experienced a rear-end collision at 50 mph that was violent enough to cause bruising and impede seatbelt function, but the airbag did not trigger.
A separate failure thread involves the SRS warning light: one owner reported intermittent SRS and passenger seatbelt warning light cycling on a vehicle with only 400 miles, correlating with water exposure on the passenger seat. Another owner has a continuously illuminated SRS light but faces a $120 dealer diagnostic fee and cites other owners reporting the same issue.
Owners also note that recall 19V330000 (April 2019, airbag sensor-related) was issued after some crashes occurred, and one owner visited a dealer during the recall period but was never informed of the service campaign. One recall notice arrived after the crash rather than before.
Same Mitsubishi Mirage airbags reports on nearby years: 2014
Failure modes owners describe
Airbag non-deployment in frontal collisions
Frontal airbags fail to deploy during front-end impacts across multiple collision types and speeds, despite sufficient force to warrant deployment. Owners report striking other vehicles, deer, and guardrails at speeds ranging from 25 to 55 mph with severe vehicle damage but no airbag activation.
When: 10,000 to 491,000 miles; incidents occur across various mileages
Symptoms owners cite: No frontal airbag deployment on impact; No warning lights illuminated prior to crash (in some cases); Severe vehicle damage without airbag activation; Side curtain airbag covers detaching without deployment
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicles totaled or destroyed; no repair diagnosis performed in most cases due to extent of damage or impound status
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 19V330000 (Airbags) referenced in narratives #1 and #2; recall issued April 29, 2019 for airbag sensor per narrative #12
SRS warning light malfunction
Service airbag (SRS) warning light illuminates intermittently or continuously without clear trigger, sometimes accompanied by passenger seatbelt warning light cycling. One instance correlates to water exposure on passenger seat.
When: 400 miles on odometer in one case; early vehicle life
Symptoms owners cite: SRS warning light on/off cycling while driving at highway speeds; Passenger seatbelt warning light intermittent; Lights persist despite seatbelt being fastened; Lights clear after arriving at destination (one case)
Codes mentioned: SRS warning light
Repairs/costs cited: No repair attempted; one case involved water exposure on passenger seat (6 oz from leaking water bottle)
Airbag system sensor failure
Airbag sensor circuitry or sensor mounting fails to detect collision impact, preventing signal transmission needed to trigger airbag deployment. Affects vehicles within recall 19V330000 scope.
When: Various mileages; defect present from early vehicle life
Symptoms owners cite: No airbag deployment despite severe frontal impact; No SRS warning light prior to crash (in most collision cases); Defect undetected until crash occurs
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 19V330000 (April 29, 2019); recall notice may not reach all owners; one owner (#12) unaware of recall despite service visit during recall period
Persistent SRS warning light with no clear fault
SRS warning light remains continuously illuminated on the instrument cluster. Dealer diagnostic costs cited at $120 just for diagnostic scan, with owner reporting similar complaints from other 2017 Mirage owners.
When: Unclear; owner does not state mileage
Symptoms owners cite: SRS warning light continuously lit in dash; No crash or known triggering event
Codes mentioned: SRS warning light
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer quotes $120 for diagnostic scan; actual repair cost and root cause not determined
Synthesized from 13 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 10 most recent
Tl* the contact owned a 2017 Mitsubishi mirage g4. While the contact's vehicle was approaching a traffic light to make a right turn at 20 MPH, another vehicle rear ended the rear driver's side of her vehicle at a high speed. As a result, the driver side door and the seat pushed out and injured the contact back. The contact stated that the other vehicle fled the scene. The air bags did not deploy.…
I was involved in an accident which rendered my Mitsubishi Mirage a total loss. There was severe damage to the front driver's side of my vehicle. I am concerned because none of the air bags deployed. I was traveling at approximately 40 mph when a large pickup truck with a brush guard on the front ran a red light and collided with my vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Mitsubishi mirage. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the front of the contact's vehicle was struck by another vehicle. None of the air bags deployed. The driver sustained back pains that required medical attention. A police report was filed. Neither a dealer nor an independent mechanic was notified to diagnose the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified after the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Mitsubishi mirage g4. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the rear driver side and pushed the vehicle into a third vehicle impacting the front passenger side. None of the frontal air bags deployed. The contact and a passenger were taken to the hospital by ambulance. The contact had bruises on the chest and other…
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Mitsubishi mirage g4. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 19v330000 (air bags) and stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to repair the vehicle. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 mitsubushi mirage. The contact stated that she had a crash. The vehicle hit a deer directly at 55 MPH and the impact pushed the radiator into the engine. None of the air bags deployed. The contact was taken to the hospital with injuries to her neck and back. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was being diagnosed at a body shop. The insurance company choose…
On may 30th this car was in the shop at la porte Mitsubishi for another issue. They never said anything about the april 29, 2019 recall about the airbag sensor. I have not received any notice or call about this recall. I found out about this recall from my son and myself looking on this site about it.
I was stopped in traffic when I was rear ended by a driver doing approximately 50 MPH on a 3 lane parkway, which caused me to crash into the car right in front of me. The collision was violent enough to cause bruising on my bicep and upper thighs and knocked my hearing aids onto the dash. The airbag did not deploy and the seat belt inertial reel did not activate properly as my head was above…
The contact owns a 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage G4. The contact stated that after she took her sleep medication, she was unaware that she had gotten into her vehicle. The contact stated that while driving asleep at an undisclosed speed, she side-swiped two other parked vehicles, causing damage to the front end of her vehicle. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. She woke up after crashing…
Tl* the contact owned a 2017 Mitsubishi mirage g4. While driving 35 MPH, the contact rear ended the preceding vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was totaled and towed away. The contact suffered injuries to the head and received medical attention. A police report was filed. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The cause of the…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage?
It's a serious issue. 13 complaints have been filed, including 9 reports involving a crash and 1 fatality(ies). We've classified it as critical based on NHTSA's reported outcomes.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Based on the 13 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 53,400 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/2017/Mitsubishi/Mirage.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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