Mitsubishi I-Miev Problems by Year
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file for the Mitsubishi I-Miev, across 8 model years (2010–2017). The 2012 model year has the most complaints (13). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes.
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Mitsubishi I-Miev years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No I-Miev model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2012 I-Miev: 13 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2017 I-Miev: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mitsubishi I-Miev problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 9 | 2 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mitsubishi I-Miev model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 I-Miev | 1 | 2 | 4★ | Service Brakes | |
| 2016 I-Miev | 0 | 2 | 4★ | — | |
| 2015 I-Miev | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2014 I-Miev | 0 | 3 | 4★ | — | |
| 2013 I-Miev | 0 | 2 | 4★ | — | |
| 2012 I-Miev | 13 | 6 | 4★ | Service Brakes | |
| 2011 I-Miev | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2010 I-Miev | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mitsubishi I-Miev years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2012 (13), 2017 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mitsubishi I-Miev?
Service Brakes, with 9 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mitsubishi I-Miev have?
7 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.