Recall 15V594 covers 13,558 2012, 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage and I-Miev vehicles for faulty air bag impact sensors. Free repair at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
Mitsubishi is recalling 13,558 2012, 2014 vehicles, including the Mirage and I-Miev, because increased resistance in an air bag impact sensor can delay frontal air bag deployment or stop side and curtain air bags from deploying when the SRS warning light is on. Late or missing deployment in a crash raises injury risk; the Mitsubishi dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The air bag impact sensor on the 2012, 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage and I-Miev is part of the supplemental restraint system, or SRS. The sensor reads crash forces and sends that information to the air bag control unit. When a crash meets the deployment threshold, the control unit commands the frontal, side, or curtain air bags to deploy.
On affected vehicles, improper manufacturing process control increased the electrical resistance inside the impact sensor. That resistance interferes with communication between the sensor and the control unit. If the SRS warning lamp is on and a crash requires air bag deployment, the frontal air bag can deploy late, and the side or curtain air bags can fail to deploy.
Owners have a warning sign before the air bag system fault matters in a crash: the SRS warning lamp illuminates. Treat that light as a safety fault indicator, not a maintenance reminder. The recall repair is handled by a Mitsubishi dealer at no charge.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2012 I-Miev and 2014 Mirage, both tied to the air bag system.
| 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2012 Mitsubishi I-Miev | air bag system |
| Units affected | 13,558 |
A matching Mitsubishi year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash, an air bag that does not deploy or deploys late increases the risk of occupant injury. If the SRS warning lamp turns on, treat it as a safety warning and arrange service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2012 Mitsubishi I-Miev or 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage is included in this recall.
- Wait for Mitsubishi's owner instructions before scheduling the final impact-sensor replacement.
- Call Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820 with questions and reference recall number 15V594.
- Bring the recall notice if Mitsubishi mailed one before your dealer visit.
- Watch the SRS warning light. If it is illuminated, ask the dealer how to handle the vehicle before driving.
What happens at the repair
Once Mitsubishi opens the dealer repair, a Mitsubishi technician will replace the affected impact sensors in the air bag system. Parts and labor will be free under recall 15V594. The impact sensors are tied to air bag deployment, so the service visit is about replacing the suspect sensors rather than resetting a warning light. Mitsubishi says owners seeking reimbursement for expenses tied to this recall will be directed in the owner letter to contact the Mitsubishi Customer Relations Department for refund instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 23, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 5, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V594?
Recall 15V594 covers 13,558 2012 Mitsubishi I-Miev and 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles with air bag impact sensors that have increased resistance. In a crash, affected sensors can delay frontal air bag deployment or prevent side and curtain air bags from deploying, increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2012 Mitsubishi I-Miev or 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V594. If it is, contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer and ask for the affected impact sensors to be replaced. Reference recall number 15V594 or Mitsubishi recall SR-15-011 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and Mitsubishi says dealers will replace the affected impact sensors free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is delayed or failed air bag deployment in a crash. The filing says frontal air bags can deploy late, while side and curtain air bags can fail to deploy when the SRS warning is illuminated. That increases the risk of occupant injury.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for the SRS warning light. The recall describes the risk when the SRS warning is illuminated and the vehicle is in a crash requiring frontal, side, or curtain air bag deployment. Call a Mitsubishi dealer if that warning light is on.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V594000 |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi customer service | 1-888-648-7820 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V594 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V594000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →