Registered new in Europe in 2013
404 new Mitsubishi i-MiEV cars were registered in the EU, Norway and Iceland in 2013; the largest markets were Spain (142), Germany (89), the Netherlands (52).
- Average mass
- 1,183 kg
- Average power
- 38 kW
- Fuel type recorded
- Electric 100%
European Environment Agency, CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars · averages weighted by registrations; CO₂ is the type-approval value; fuel type as recorded at registration, where many non-plug-in hybrids appear as petrol · re-use permitted with acknowledgement
In the Netherlands
29 first registered in 2013 are on Dutch roads; 14% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €28,459.
Most common APK defects
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde39
- Waarschuwingsinrichting airbag- / gordelsysteem geeft defect17
- Stofhoes stuurinrichting beschadigd, dicht niet af15
- Stofhoes fuseekogel beschadigd en dicht niet af15
- Band beschadigd10
- Band onvoldoende profiel8
- Ruitenwisserinstallatie geeft onvoldoende zicht6
- Schijf-, trommelrem loopt niet vrij6
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
0 cars built in 2013 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 1 more were declared off the road (SORN).
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124, year of manufacture) · Open Government Licence v3.0
In Finland
5 of these cars first registered in 2013 were in use in Finland on 30 Jun 2026, with an average of 93,000 km on the odometer at their last inspection.
Traficom (Finnish Transport and Communications Agency), open data on vehicles in use · CC BY 4.0
In New Zealand
13 2013 cars are on the New Zealand register; 62% arrived as used imports, 38% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Recalls in Canada
7 Transport Canada recalls for the 2013 Mitsubishi i-MiEV.
| 2019562 8 Nov 2019 | Brakes Issue: On certain vehicles, the brake vacuum pump may fail. This can cause a hard brake pedal and an increase in brake pedal effort. If the brake vacuum pump … |
| 2017018 11 Jan 2017 | Airbag On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propella… |
| 2015419 23 Sept 2015 | Airbag On certain vehicles, due to improper manufacturing, the electrical resistance inside the impact sensor for the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) air bag syste… |
| 2014377 5 Sept 2014 | Brakes On certain vehicles, vacuum pump function could be affected by software defects and/or blockage of the pump exhaust hole. An inoperable vacuum pump would affect… |
| 2013194 6 Jun 2013 | Powertrain On certain vehicles, manufacturing defects could cause internal shorts or current leaks to develop within battery cells, which could result in reduced voltage, … |
| 2013070 5 Mar 2013 | Brakes On certain vehicles, the brake system vacuum pump may have been manufactured incorrectly and could fail. Loss of brake power assist could increase stopping dis… |
| 2013054 14 Feb 2013 | Steering On certain vehicles, the steering shaft lower bracket may have been welded incorrectly during the manufacturing process. As a result, the steering shaft may no… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles. Water may penetrate the brake assist vacuum pump, causing corrosion and a failure of the brake vacuum pump.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 i-MiEV electric vehicles manufactured September 15, 2009, to March 25, 2014. Due to either software programming or corrosion caused by road salt, the brake vacuum pump may stop functioning.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Mitsubishi told its dealers about the 2013 Mitsubishi i-MiEV: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11006081 | This Technical Service Bulletin instructs the dealer to update the Hands Free Module software to improve the Bluetooth connection when certain devices are connected to WiFi. |
| 10246263 | This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections to the Active Stability Control System, On Vehicle Service section of the applicable Service Manual. |
| 10244846 | Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides additional circuit diagrams for the High Voltage Power Supply Control System section. |
| 10240443 | This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023. |
| 10235609 | This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue. |
| 10235608 | This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or 100 lbs. |
| 10235606 | This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023. |
| 10222737 | This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the South Carolina Department of Public Safety notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with South Carolina address to inform of open Takata recalls. |
| 10217126 | This is a Technical Information Notice sent to all dealers informing them that affected owners in Virginia were sent a reminder to have a Takata recall completed on their vehicle. The letters were printed with State of Virginia letterhead. |
| 10215569 | This is a Technical Information Notice sent to all dealers informing them that affected owners in Gerogia were sent a reminder to have a Takata recall completed on their vehicle. The letters were printed on a State of Georgia letterhead. |
| 10211530 | This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part. |
| 10210124 | This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers to inform them MMNA mailed letters to owners with Alabama addresses printed on an Alabama Law Enforcement Agency letterhead and mailed in an envelope with MMNAs Alabama mail processing return address, who own certain 2004-2007 Lancer, 2006-2009 Raider, and 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles with open Takata recalls. |
| 10208838 | This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers to inform them with the permission of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (DOT), MMNA mailed letters with the Pennsylvania DOT letterhead to owners with Pennsylvania addresses, who own certain 2004-2007 Lancer, 2006-2009 Raider, and 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles with open Takata recalls. |
| 10207793 | This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers to inform them MMNA mailed letters to owners with South Carolina addresses, who own certain 2004-2007 Lancer, 2006-2009 Raider, and 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles with open Takata recalls. |
| 10207792 | This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them certified EV dealers MUST have a set of electrically insulated gloves, MB992648-01. While servicing an i-MiEV or Outlander PHEV, these gloves are essential in protecting a Technician from a potentially fatal electric shock. |
| 10204200 | This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them of the limited-time promotional offer for customers affected by the TAKATA Airbag recall and also urged dealers to accurately capture customer data during visits. |
| 10194161 | Electrical Insulation Gloves - Certified i-MiEV dealers were shipped an i-MiEV Special Tool kit. Included in this kit is a set of electrically insulated gloves, MB992648-01. While servicing an i-MiEV, these gloves are essential in protectling a Technician from a potentially fatal electric shock. We would like to reiterate the importance of properly maintaining these gloves and adhering to the following guidelines: |
| 10188309 | This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers notifying them certified EV dealers must have a set of electrically insulated gloves available for use while servicing an i-MiEV or Outlander PHEV to assist in protecting a Technician from a potentially fatal electric shock. |
| 10186792 | This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers informing then MMNA has put together a new limited-time promotional offer for customers affected by the Takata Airbag Inflator Recall Campaign as part of our continuing efforts to minimize the number of vehicles with an open recall. |
| 10176674 | This Technical Information Notice revises TIN-20-00-007 informing dealers TK Services has confirmed that pickup service has resumed for dealerships and customer facilities. |
| 10175779 | This TSB updates the Chassis Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals to add procedures to On Board Charger/DC-DC Converter diagnosis in 54D, Electric Motor Unit and Traction Battery section. These procedures have been added because a new service part is available for the on board charger/DC-DC converter. |
| 10170852 | This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals. |
| 10170759 | This bulletin advises that tire chains are NOT approved for use on any 2013 Mitsubishi vehicle. |
| 10170107 | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. |
| 10170106 | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
Pedestrian alert sounds
Brake Vacuum Pump Failure
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation