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2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV Safety Overview

The 2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
  • Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
  • Air bags

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as without the brake vacuum pump, the driver will experience a sudden loss of braking assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for MITSUBISHI I-MIEV owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV 19V804000

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Without the brake vacuum pump, the driver will experience a sudden loss of braking assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V804000: Without the brake vacuum pump, the driver will experience a sudden loss of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/8/2019
2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV 17V022000

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 17V022000: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/10/2017
2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV 15V594000

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not deploy or deploys late, increases the risk of occupant injury.

NHTSA Recall 15V594000: In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not deploy or deploys late... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/23/2015
2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV 14V522000

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

If the brake vacuum pump stops functioning, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 14V522000: If the brake vacuum pump stops functioning, the distance needed to stop the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/2/2014
2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV 13V031000

Mitsubishi Motors North America is recalling certain model year 2012 i-MiEV electric vehicles man...

If the vaccum pump system fails, it will reduce available brake power which would result in lengthened stopping distances, which may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V031000: If the vaccum pump system fails, it will reduce available brake power which... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/25/2013
2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV 12V372000

Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2012 i-MiEV vehicles manufactured between November 4, ...

The side and curtain air bags may not deploy in a crash for which those air bags were intended to deploy, increasing the risk of personal injury to the vehicle occupants.

NHTSA Recall 12V372000: The side and curtain air bags may not deploy in a crash for which those air... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/1/2012

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.