Recall 15V815 affects 55,899 2014-2015 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles for corroded frontal-air-bag wiring connectors. Repair will be free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer once available.
Mitsubishi is recalling 55,899 2014-2015 Mirage vehicles because water and salt from a driver's shoes can soak the carpet and corrode an air bag wiring connector. In a crash, that corrosion can delay frontal air bag deployment for the driver and front passenger; the dealer repair will be free once Mitsubishi makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The 2014-2015 Mitsubishi Mirage uses a wiring connector inside a junction box behind the kick panel to the left of the driver's footrest. That connector helps carry electrical signals for vehicle systems tied to the warning lamps and safety controls. It is supposed to stay dry and conduct cleanly so those systems receive the signals they need.
On affected Mirage vehicles in Salt Belt areas, snow and road salt brought in on the driver's shoes melts into salty water. If that water soaks through the carpet and reaches the junction box, the connector terminals corrode over time. Corrosion adds resistance or breaks contact inside the connector, so the affected circuits stop communicating the way they should.
Owners will see several warning lamps illuminate before the problem is identified. The listed lamps include Engine, Brake, Door Indicator, ABS, ASC, and SRS.
Who's affected?
The same build window applies to both listed systems: July 27, 2013 through September 2, 2015.
| 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage | wiring |
| 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage | front air bag |
| 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage | wiring |
| Units affected | 55,899 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific hatchback.
What's the safety risk?
Connector corrosion can delay frontal air bag deployment in a crash, increasing injury risk for the driver and front seat passenger. Warning lamps for Engine, Brake, Door Indicator, ABS, ASC and SRS illuminate when the problem is present. Repair will be free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2015 Mitsubishi Mirage is included in this recall.
- Contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820 to confirm current repair timing before scheduling dealer work.
- Contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer once the repair is available; the free work inspects the left kick-panel wiring connectors, replaces corroded connectors, and adds a waterproof sheet to help prevent corrosion that delays frontal air bag deployment.
- Bring the owner letter if Mitsubishi mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V815 and Mitsubishi recall SR-16-001 when you call.
- Keep the driver's floor area dry and clear of water, snow, slush, and road salt until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Because Mitsubishi has not opened the final recall repair, do not assume the dealer can complete it today. Once available, a Mitsubishi technician will inspect the wiring connectors in the junction box near the driver's footrest, replace any connectors with corrosion, and install a waterproof sheet over the connectors to prevent future corrosion. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Mitsubishi says owners seeking reimbursement for expenses tied to this recall will be directed in the owner notification letter to contact Mitsubishi Customer Relations for refund instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 4, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 2, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V815?
Recall 15V815 covers 55,899 2014-2015 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles with a wiring connector that can corrode when water and salt soak through the driver's carpet. In a crash, corrosion can delay frontal air bag deployment and increase injury risk. Mitsubishi dealers inspect and repair the connectors for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2015 Mitsubishi Mirage is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Mirage is included in recall 15V815. If it is, contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer to schedule the connector inspection. The dealer will replace corroded connectors and install a waterproof sheet over the connectors for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost. Mitsubishi dealers will inspect the affected wiring connectors, replace corroded connectors, and install the waterproof sheet free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V815?
The risk is delayed frontal air bag deployment in a crash. Corrosion in the connector behind the driver's kick panel can interfere with the air bag circuit, increasing injury risk for the driver and front passenger. The dealer repair addresses the connector and adds water protection.
What if I bought my Mitsubishi Mirage used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Mitsubishi dealer and reference recall 15V815 or Mitsubishi recall number SR-16-001.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V815000 |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi customer service | 1-888-648-7820 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V815 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V815000 |
Source documents
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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 →