The most-reported Cordia run is JA3BF44D5HZ (1987 builds) with 1 complaints, 1× the typical run. Seat belts problems make up 50% of reports; NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for Cordia model years 1983–1988.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Mitsubishi Cordia has 4 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 100% of every Cordia complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JA3BF44D5HZ•••••• | 1987 | — | — | |
| JA3BF44G8JZ•••••• | 1988 | — | — | |
| JA3BF44D9JZ•••••• | 1988 | — | — | |
| JA3BF44DXJZ•••••• | 1988 | — | — |
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 3 | 3 | — |
Heaviest year here is 1988 at 1 complaints per run; lightest is 1988 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 50% of everything Mitsubishi Cordia owners report: Seat Belts, 2 of 4 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | — | — | |
| Wheels | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 2 recall campaigns on the Mitsubishi Cordia; the 2 below cover build years 1983 to 1988. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 95V103004 | Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly | 1986–1988 |
| 83V057000 | Vehicle Speed Control | 1983 |
95V103004 was opened in 1995 on cars built from 1986: 9 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
| Outcome | Mitsubishi Cordia | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 4 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 0 (0%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 100% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Mitsubishi Cordia share of that is 4 complaints over 4 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Mitsubishi Cordia VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 4 NHTSA complaints from 4 Cordia runs and 2 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Cordia production run has the most complaints?
JA3BF44D5HZ, a 1987 build, with 1 complaints. The typical Cordia run has 1.
How many Cordia complaints involve a crash?
0% of 4 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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