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Mitsubishi I-miev problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every I-miev from 2010 to 2017: 14 owner complaints and 18 recalls across 8 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2012 (13), 2017 (1). Best fuel economy: 112 mpg combined (2017).

Mitsubishi I-miev
Photo: Bull-Doser · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Brakes9
Electrical3
Airbags2
Transmission & drivetrain2
Brakes (hydraulic)1
Stability control1
Fuel & propulsion1
Engine1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
201010–
201110–
2012613112
201320112
201430112
201510–
201620112
201721112

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mitsubishi I-miev?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2012 (13), 2017 (1).

How many recalls has the Mitsubishi I-miev had?

Across 2010–2017, NHTSA lists 18 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).