NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Mitsubishi Mirage Safety Ratings
The 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage scores 78 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage registered zero recalls and a clean defect record with NHTSA, a significant positive for this model year. Its NHTSA Safety Index of 78/100 places it in the Average band, a rating constrained by a notable absence of advanced crash-avoidance technology. The vehicle's overall safety profile, assessed through available federal data, indicates it meets a reasonable safety threshold for its class.
The 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage received a 4-out-of-5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and carries a NHTSA Safety Index of 78/100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 105 Sedans from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage ranks 90 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 78 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 4 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 16.4% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 90 of 105 Sedans tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage?
The 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage posts a Safety Index of 78/100, a one-point gain over the 2019 model year's 77/100, both sitting in the Average band. That modest improvement is meaningful in context: the defect record sub-score hits a perfect 20/20, reflecting zero recall campaigns and a complaint file of just one unverified allegation. Crash protection contributes 56 out of a possible 70 points, anchored by consistent 4-star NHTSA ratings across all four tested disciplines and a 16-percent rollover risk with a no-tip dynamic result. The clear vulnerability is crash-avoidance technology, which scores only 2 out of 10. Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are absent on this model year, while electronic stability control is standard equipment. That technology gap is the primary reason the index does not climb higher despite an otherwise strong defect record. For a used-market vehicle now six years old, the combination of a zero-recall history and a single-complaint NHTSA file is a notably clean safety footprint.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage perform in crash tests?
The 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage earned a consistent 4 out of 5 stars across all NHTSA crash-test categories: overall, frontal, side, and rollover. This model year does not present a single weak point in its crash-test performance, nor were there any unrated categories. The estimated rollover risk stands at 16 percent, with dynamic tip testing recording no tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14534
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage have any recalls?
The 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check against the NHTSA database, as recall status can change after publication.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2020 Mirage. That single unverified allegation targets the service brakes, specifically the hydraulic subsystem. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in the complaint. All figures represent unverified consumer reports, not established facts.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage?
As the 2020 Mirage transitions to the used vehicle market, prospective buyers should prioritize a VIN check through the NHTSA recall lookup tool. While no active recall campaigns are currently on file, the recall status of any vehicle can be updated at any time. It is imperative to confirm that any future-issued remedy has been completed by a franchised dealer prior to taking delivery.
- The 2020 Mirage carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a distinction that sets this model year apart and contributes a perfect 20/20 defect-record sub-score to its Safety Index.
- All four NHTSA-tested categories, overall, frontal, side, and rollover, returned 4 out of 5 stars, with a rollover risk of 16 percent and a no-tip result in dynamic testing.
- The crash-avoidance technology sub-score is 2 out of 10 because forward collision warning and lane departure warning are not equipped on this model year, leaving electronic stability control as the sole active-safety standard feature.
- Only one consumer complaint has been filed with NHTSA for this model year, alleging a hydraulic service brake concern. It is an unverified allegation with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage places
The 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Mitsubishi Mirage safety questions
Was the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 78 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 4 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 16.4%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Mirage years
Rivals in Sedan (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Acura RLX | 99/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Acura RLX Sport | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Infiniti Q50 | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2020 Nissan Maxima | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14534), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mitsubishi Mirage 2020.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 90 of 105 in the Sedan class for 2020.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.