MITSUBISHI 2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV
Brand
MITSUBISHI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2012
MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. is recalling certain 2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV vehicles due to air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive issues. 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 th.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2012 i-MiEV vehicles manufactured between November 4, 2011, and December 22, 2011. Incompatibility between the air bag sensors and the self-diagnostic software may deactivate the frontal and side airbag system. Should this occur, the SRS warning lamp would illuminate to alert the driver.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
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.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incompatible air bag sensors with new, compatible units, free of charge. The safety recall began on during August 2012. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026