Model year guide

2021 Toyota Mirai

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Toyota Mirai is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2021 Toyota Mirai — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2021 Toyota Mirai at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints1
Combined65–74 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2021 Toyota Mirai recalls 1

Electronic Stability Control (esc):control Module:software NHTSA Campaign #22V239000 · manufacturer #22TA03, 22LA01 · 13/04/2022

Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid Control ECU software may not turn on the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has disabled the VSC system. As s…

Fix: Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA01.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2021 Toyota Mirai common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2021 Toyota Mirai MPG & running costs

Combined65–74 mpg
City72 mpg
Highway68 mpg
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
Electric range357–402 mi
Passenger volume93 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$12,000 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Dimensions & weight

Length
195.7 in
Width
74.0 in
Height
57.9 in
Wheelbase
115.0 in
Curb weight
4,255 lb
Front track
63.4 in
Rear track
63.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2021 Toyota Mirai. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 121

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 121.

This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high voltage (HV) Ni-MH and Li-ion batteries.

Bulletin T-SB-0051-26 · Engine · Aug 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE August 20, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0051-26.

Bulletin T-SB-0110-20 Rev2 · Engine · Aug 2026

Although the Mirai Electric Heater Assemblies are covered by Toyota’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers’ ownership experience. Under this program, Toyota is providing additio…

Bulletin 26TE03 · Engine · May 2026

TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 26TE03 ELECTRIC HEATER SUB-ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT CERTAIN 2021 - 2024 MIRAI

Bulletin 26TE03 · Engine · May 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0001-26.

Bulletin T-SB-0106-22 Rev2 · Electrical System · Jan 2026

Some 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software.

Bulletin T-SB-0001-26 · Electrical System · Jan 2026

Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to p…

Bulletin T-SB-0055-24 Rev2 · Jan 2026

The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.

Bulletin T-SB-0058-23 Rev1 · Electrical System · Jun 2025

To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested b…

Bulletin T-TT-0780-25 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested b…

Bulletin T-TT-0780-25 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the MIRAI RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Toyota Mirai

The Toyota Mirai is a mid-size hydrogen fuel cell vehicle (FCV) manufactured by Toyota, and is the first FCV to be mass-produced and sold commercially. The Mirai was unveiled at the November 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. As of November 2022, global sales totaled 21,475 units; the top-selling markets were the U.S. with 11,368 units, Japan with 7,435 and the rest of the world with 2,622.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2021 Toyota Mirai trims & engines on record

Trims
Hydrogen Fuel Cell

2021 Toyota Mirai vehicles on record

Other Toyota Mirai model years

2021 Toyota Mirai — frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Toyota Mirai have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2021 Toyota Mirai. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Toyota Mirai?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2021 Toyota Mirai get?

The 2021 Toyota Mirai has U.S. EPA estimates of 65–74 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.