Mitsubishi Precis recalls and complaints by year
14 recall campaigns and 23 complaints in official NHTSA data for the Mitsubishi Precis (1987–1994). The most commonly reported problem areas are Power train, Visibility, Electrical system.
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At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Mitsubishi Precis, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1987–1994 with 14 recall campaigns and 23 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1989 (3), 1988 (3), and 1990 (2).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1993 (6), 1989 (6), and 1991 (3).
- Top recall themes: Visibility and lighting, Brakes, and Engine and cooling.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Power train, Visibility, Electrical system.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Visibility and lighting
2 campaigns · Years: 1988–1989These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
Brakes
1 campaign · Years: 1987These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
- 87V180000 · Service brakes, hydraulic: Pads
Engine and cooling
1 campaign · Years: 1987–1989These campaigns relate to engine or cooling components where failures can lead to stalling or overheating risk.
- 91V225000 · Engine and engine cooling: Exhaust system
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 1990–1994These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 94V080000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Other
1 campaign · Years: 1990These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
- 90V053000 · Wheels: Hubcap/cover
Common Problems in NHTSA Data
Across all model years, the most commonly reported problem areas for the Mitsubishi Precis in NHTSA complaint data are Power train, Visibility, Electrical system.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1993 | 1 | 6 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline, Wheels, Engine and engine cooling. |
| 1992 | 1 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train. |
| 1991 | 1 | 3 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Visibility. |
| 1990 | 2 | 3 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train. |
| 1989 | 3 | 6 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine and engine cooling, Suspension. |
| 1988 | 3 | 3 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Visibility, Power train. |
| 1987 | 2 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Fuel system , Visibility and Engine and engine cooling
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