Recall 17V686 covers 83,555 2014-2018 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles for SRS software that can disable air bags. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
Mitsubishi is recalling 83,555 2014-2018 Mirage vehicles because vibrations from rough roads or a flat tire can make the SRS control unit disable the air bags. If the air bags do not deploy as designed in a crash, injury risk rises, and Mitsubishi dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
For NHTSA campaign 17V686, the recalled part is the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Electronic Control Unit, the computer that reads crash sensor signals and controls air bag deployment. Inside that unit, an acceleration sensor helps decide when crash forces are strong enough for the air bags to deploy. On 2014-2018 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles, that decision depends on the sensor and its software reading vibration correctly.
The problem is in the SRS-ECU self-diagnostic software. Severe road vibration or driving on a flat tire can be read as a sensor malfunction instead of road input. When that happens, the system treats the control unit as faulty and disables the air bags, so they do not deploy in a crash.
The warning sign is the SRS warning lamp. If the lamp turns on and stays on, the air bag system has detected a fault and the vehicle needs dealer attention.
Who's affected?
Spans 5 Mirage model years using the same air bag system.
| 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2016 Mitsubishi Mirage | air bag system |
| 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage | air bag system |
| 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage | air bag system |
| 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage | air bag system |
| Units affected | 83,555 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific hatchback is included.
What's the safety risk?
Air bags that do not deploy as designed in a crash increase the risk of injury. When the SRS warning lamp stays on, treat it as a safety warning and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2018 Mitsubishi Mirage is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Mitsubishi dealer to schedule the free SRS-ECU software update that keeps the air bags from being disabled by misread vibration signals.
- Bring the recall notice if Mitsubishi sent one. If not, reference recall number 17V686 when you call.
- Call Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820 with questions about scheduling or dealer instructions.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete, since disabled air bags increase injury risk in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mitsubishi technician reprograms the SRS ECU software so the air bag control unit handles vibration inputs correctly. The software update is free under the recall, with parts and labor covered by Mitsubishi. If you already paid out of pocket for expenses tied to this recall, contact the Mitsubishi Customer Relations Department for reimbursement consideration. Keep your repair paperwork available so the department can review the expense.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 30, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 2, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| November 2, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 10, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 10, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V686?
Recall 17V686 covers 83,555 2014-2018 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles with an SRS-ECU software issue. The control unit can misread vibration from poor road conditions or a flat tire as a sensor error, which can stop the air bags from deploying as designed in a crash.
What should I do if my 2014-2018 Mitsubishi Mirage is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Mirage is included in recall 17V686. If it is, contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer to schedule the SRS-ECU software reprogramming. Reference recall number 17V686 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Mitsubishi dealers will reprogram the SRS-ECU software free of charge, and Mitsubishi lists customer service at 1-888-648-7820 for recall SR-17-006.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the air bags can fail to deploy as designed in a crash, increasing injury risk. The issue is tied to the SRS-ECU software, not normal wear. Mitsubishi's free dealer repair reprograms the control unit software.
What if I bought my Mitsubishi Mirage used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Mirage is included, then call a franchised Mitsubishi dealer and reference recall 17V686.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V686000 |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi customer service | 1-888-648-7820 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V686 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V686000 |
Source documents
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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)
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