NHTSA recalls & complaints · 1995–2012

Mitsubishi Eclipse recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 26 recall campaigns and 1,914 owner complaints for the Mitsubishi Eclipse, covering model years 1995 to 2012. The 2000 model year drew the most complaints (308), and Wheels is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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See the model year, plant and build details of one vehicle, then the recalls for its exact year.

26 recall campaigns on file
1,914 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
18 model years with data (1995–2012)

most complaints: 2000 (308 for that model year)
top component: Wheels (267 complaints)
latest recall 15V338000 (reported Jun 2, 2015)

229 complaints reporting a crash (12.0%)
52 complaints reporting a fire (2.7%)
111 complaints reporting an injury (5.8%)
8 complaints reporting a death (0.4%)

Mitsubishi Eclipse complaints by model year

18 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2000 model year has the most complaints: 308 of 1,914, or 16.1%. Next come 1995 (307) and 2001 (209). The fewest are for 2011, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years

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Mitsubishi Eclipse complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death

Mitsubishi Eclipse complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model year	Complaints	Reporting a crash	Reporting a fire	Reporting an injury	Reporting a death
1995	307	44	9	16	2
1996	159	25	5	8	0
1997	136	22	6	11	1
1998	129	22	5	12	0
1999	120	10	3	4	0
2000	308	14	6	12	2
2001	209	24	6	12	2
2002	73	5	4	5	0
2003	124	15	4	7	0
2004	14	6	1	4	0
2005	6	0	2	1	0
2006	99	9	0	4	0
2007	107	15	1	10	1
2008	71	9	0	3	0
2009	42	8	0	2	0
2010	1	0	0	0	0
2011	1	0	0	0	0
2012	8	1	0	0	0
All model years	1,914	229	52	111	8

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Mitsubishi Eclipse components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Wheels is the component named most often, in 267 complaints (13.9% of all 1,914), followed by Service Brakes (216) and Power Train (210).

Components named most often in Mitsubishi Eclipse complaints (top 15)

Components named most often in Mitsubishi Eclipse complaints (top 15)
Component	Complaints	Share of complaints
Wheels	267	13.9%
Service Brakes	216	11.3%
Power Train	210	11.0%
Engine and Engine Cooling	206	10.8%
Structure	200	10.4%
Air Bags	171	8.9%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	150	7.8%
Electrical System	141	7.4%
Suspension	139	7.3%
Exterior Lighting	75	3.9%
Tires	75	3.9%
Visibility	75	3.9%
Steering	73	3.8%
Unknown or Other	63	3.3%
Fuel System, Gasoline	61	3.2%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Mitsubishi Eclipse recalls

26 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Eclipse, newest first. The 26 campaigns cover model years 1995 to 2009. The 2000 and 2001 model years appear in the most campaigns (7 each).

26 recall campaigns

Mitsubishi Eclipse recall campaigns covering each model year
Decade	Years ending in 0	Years ending in 1	Years ending in 2	Years ending in 3	Years ending in 4	Years ending in 5	Years ending in 6	Years ending in 7	Years ending in 8	Years ending in 9
1990s						1995: 5 campaigns	1996: 4 campaigns	1997: 3 campaigns	1998: 4 campaigns	1999: 2 campaigns
2000s	2000: 7 campaigns	2001: 7 campaigns	2002: 2 campaigns	2003: 3 campaigns	2004: 4 campaigns	2005: 3 campaigns	2006: 4 campaigns	2007: 4 campaigns	2008: 1 campaign	2009: 1 campaign

Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

NHTSA campaign 15V338000
Reported Jun 2, 2015
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module
Model years 2000–2005
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 22, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in such a position that, if the passenger frontal air bag deploys, the passenger side sun visor may detach.
Consequence:
If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
Remedy:
MMNA will notify their owners, and Chrysler will notify the Chrysler and Dodge owners. Dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-005. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R30.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 15V337000
Reported Jun 2, 2015
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Model years 2006–2009
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 20, 2005, to February 13, 2009, and 2007-2009 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured December 23, 2005, to February 13, 2009. Due to corrosion inside the antil-lock brake system (ABS) unit, one or more of the internal valves may seize. In a braking event that uses the ABS, a seized valve would increase brake pedal travel and reduce braking ability.
Consequence:
A sudden reduction of braking performance may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, flush and clean the ABS hydraulic unit using high grade brake fluid, free of charge. If the inspection shows that the valves may seize, the ABS unit will be replaced. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-004.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 08V454000
Reported Sep 9, 2008
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Model years 2005–2007
Mitsubishi is recalling 45,988 MY 2005-2007 endeavor, galant, Eclipse coupe, and MY 2007 eclipse spyder vehicles. The bracket that is the attachment point for the left rear fuel tank mounting strap may have been improperly formed during a metal stamping process. The process may have caused the metal to have a split in the area where the bolt that holds one of the two fuel tank straps to the underside of the vehicle is located. In the event the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is subject to a severe collision, the bracket may break and allow the fuel tank to drop down, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Consequence:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect to see if the left rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket has splitting beyond a specific limit. Vehicles with moderate to severe splitting will be repaired using a reinforcement cap, a special structural adhesive, and a rivet to reinforce the fuel tank mounting bracket. The recall began on September 20, 2008. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 06V414000
Reported Oct 31, 2006
Power Train › Automatic Transmission
Model year 2007
On certain vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, the key lock cable was improperly manufactured and may not allow the cable end to lock into the floor shifter mechanism. This can result in the interlock system to become inoperative and allow the ignition key to be removed without the gearshift mechanism being placed in the park position.
Consequence:
If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the ignition interlock cable and replace it if necessary. The recall began on November 20, 2006. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 06V334000
Reported Sep 6, 2006
Structure › Frame and Members
Model year 2007
On certain passenger vehicles, the metal forming part of the front crossmember may have been improperly stamped resulting in the metal becoming thinner in the cross-section than specified. This could, over time, result in breakage of the crossmember.
Consequence:
Breakage of the crossmember may allow separation of the passenger side lower control arm, which may result in the loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect and replace the crossmember free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2006. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 888-648-7820.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 05V299000
Reported Jun 27, 2005
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Model year 2006
On certain passenger vehicles, one of four seals inside the master cylinder may have been installed improperly. As a result, the master cylinder may unexpectedly by-pass hydraulic braking force pressure and allow a longer than normal pedal stroke.
Consequence:
Should this condition occur, the braking distance required to stop the vehicle may increase and could lead to a vehicle crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the master cylinder assembly free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2005. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 05V247000
Reported Jun 2, 2005
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Model year 2006
Certain passenger vehicles may have been fitted with a defective brake booster assembly.
Consequence:
The booster body could separate due to improper crimp joints, resulting in a total loss of brake system performance, which could result in a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly free of charge. Owners were notified by telephone on May 24, 2005, to stop driving their vehicles and arrangements were made for a loaner vehicle. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 04V428000
Reported Sep 1, 2004
Equipment › Other › Labels
Model years 1998–2005
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' The bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.
Consequence:
This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Remedy:
Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. In addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. This recall is expected to begin during March or April 2005. The notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during April or May 2005. Owners should contact Mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 04V312000
Reported Jun 29, 2004
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Model year 2004
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be improperly molded.
Consequence:
Breakage could result in a leakage of fuel and in the presence of an ignition source, it could result a fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the fuel pump. The recall began on July 26, 2004. Owners should contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 03V442000
Reported Nov 4, 2003
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Model years 2003–2004
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system. Excessive fuel pressure may result in a leak in the fuel return hose.
Consequence:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the fuel pump pressure. Those vehicles exhibiting higher than normal fuel pump pressure will receive fuel pump modifications. The recall began December 3, 2003. Owners should contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037 or Mitsubishi caribbean at 1-800-981-0452.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

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NHTSA campaign 01V295001
Reported Sep 25, 2001
Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, and Connections
Model year 2000
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with V6 engines to federal emission standards. The power steering fluid feed tube can come in contact with an exhaust manifold mounted heat shield causing a hole to be worn through the power steering pipe allowing fluid leakage.
Consequence:
Leaking power steering fluid can result in a fire and continued loss of fluid will result in a loss of power assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the power steering tube with one having a new routing. Owner notification began November 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mitsubishi america at 1-800-222-0037.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 01V069000
Reported Mar 8, 2001
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Model year 2001
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A bulge in the fuel tank caused by the manufacturing process resulted in thinning of the material during a welding operation, increasing the risk of fuel leakage.
Consequence:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly. Owner notification began March 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 01V011001
Reported Jan 16, 2001
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit and Lines
Model years 2000–2001
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. A hose was mis-manufactured and could weaken over time, which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid.
Consequence:
Fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the hose assembly for the automatic transmission oil cooler. Owner notification mailing will be phased over a five-month period starting March 26, through July 23, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 01V005001
Reported Jan 8, 2001
Seats
Model year 2001
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A number of incorrect driver side seat mounting bolts were installed into vehicles.
Consequence:
The rear anchor bolts securing the driver's seat may not properly secure the seat and could increase the risk of driver injury in an accident.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the seat mounting bolts and then replace the bolts if necessary. Owner notification began February 15, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 00V421001
Reported Dec 18, 2000
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint
Model years 1995–1999
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. Also, MMC has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.
Consequence:
This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. This campaign supercedes MMC's previous safety recall campaign, see 99V-066.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. Ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. Ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 00V320001
Reported Oct 27, 2000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Model year 2001
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The outer layer only of this 3-layer fuel return hose does not contain the desired ozone protection due to a processing error.
Consequence:
This hose is considered to be inadequate.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the fuel return hose.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 00V299001
Reported Oct 2, 2000
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine
Model year 2001
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The harness for the crankshaft position sensor could come in contact with a new protective shield causing a grounded circuit.
Consequence:
Prolonged wiring harness contact with the heat shield will cause the wiring insulation to wear and eventually to ground out. This could cause the engine to die-out, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will re-route the crankshaft position sensor harness.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 00V225001
Reported Aug 10, 2000
Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion)
Model year 2000
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A nut in the steering gear assembly was not properly tightened, resulting in symptoms ranging from steering wheel vibration to stiff steering, and in the worst case, no ability to turn left.
Consequence:
A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection is found.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 99V333001
Reported Nov 23, 1999
Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery › Cables
Model year 2000
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with V6 engines and federal emission equipment. The battery cable harness can become heat damaged by the front exhaust manifold which could cause grounded circuits.
Consequence:
This circuit failure could cause any of the following to occur: (1) the engine will not start because the main fuse will blow if the power lead is grounded; (2) the low oil pressure warning lamp will illuminate if the signal wire is grounded; (3) the airconditioning system will become inoperative if the lead to the magnetic clutch is grounded; and (4) the turn signal/hazard lamps will become inoperative if the voltage monitor lead is grounded.
Remedy:
Dealers will remove and discard a metal manifold bracket (from galant models only - eclipse has no such bracket). Dealers will also inspect the harness. If the harness wires show no damage, the dealer will install a heat insulator along with heat resistant harness clips. If the harness wires do show damage, the dealers will install a new harness with preinstalled integral heat protection.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 99V305001
Reported Nov 1, 1999
Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Switch/Wiring; Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Switch; Exterior Lighting › Headlights › Switch
Model year 2000
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The column switch levers can become loose or break over time.
Consequence:
Loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.
Remedy:
Dealers will install a redesigned switch.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 99V066001
Reported Apr 5, 1999
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint
Model years 1995–1996
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.
Consequence:
This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot is damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 98V069001
Reported Mar 26, 1998
Power Train › Automatic Transmission
Model years 1995–1998
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.
Consequence:
This condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for adequacy of the transfer case oil volume, transfer case oil leakage, and operational degradation of the transfer case mechanism. If oil volume is insufficient, the appropriate amount of oil will be added. If there is transfer case oil leakage, affected components will be replaced. If the transfer case shows operational degradation, the transfer case will be replaced.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 98V045001
Reported Mar 3, 1998
Vehicle Speed Control
Model year 1998
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The dash panel pad can shift interferring with the throttle cable control.
Consequence:
The throttle cable control would not return to idle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will remove a portion of the dash panel pad so it cannot interfere with the throttle cable control.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 97V081001
Reported May 12, 1997
Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint
Model year 1997
The headrest guide bracket was improperly welded to the seat back frame on the passenger side seat back assemblies only.
Consequence:
The headrest support bracket can break, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the passenger seat back assembly with a new assembly.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 96V158001
Reported Aug 27, 1996
Fuel System, Gasoline
Model years 1995–1996
The fuel tank gaskets for the fuel pump and/or gauge unit gasket could have been incorrectly installed allowing fuel or fumes to escape.
Consequence:
If an ignition source were present, the fuel leakage could result in a fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and if the gaskets are found to be leaking, replace the fuel tank, caps and gaskets.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 94V149002
Reported Aug 8, 1994
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Model year 1995
The headlamp support panel can develop a fatigue crack where the anti-lock brake system (ABS) hydraulic unit is attached, allowing the hydraulic unit to fall down.
Consequence:
Loss of braking can result if the ABS hydraulic unit falls. This can result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy:
Dealers will connect the ABS hydraulic unit attachment point at a rigid portion of the headlamp support panel with a bracket and reinforce the headlamp support panel by adding a back plate.
Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means

What each recall field means
Field	What it tells you
Campaign number	NHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
Component	The system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
Summary	What the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
Consequence	The safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
Remedy	What the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.

Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Mitsubishi Eclipse questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Mitsubishi Eclipse have?

NHTSA lists 26 vehicle recall campaigns for the Mitsubishi Eclipse, covering model years 1995 to 2012. The most recent, 15V338000, was reported on June 2, 2015 and is filed under “Air bags”. The 2000 and 2001 model years are covered by the most campaigns (7 each).

Which Mitsubishi Eclipse model year has the most complaints?

The 2000 model year, with 308 of the 1,914 complaints in NHTSA’s file (16.1%). The next are 1995 (307) and 2001 (209). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Mitsubishi Eclipse complaint?

Wheels is the component named most often: 267 complaints, or 13.9% of all 1,914. Service Brakes (216) and Power Train (210) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Mitsubishi dealer.

How many Mitsubishi Eclipse complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 1,914 complaints, 229 report a crash, 52 a fire, 111 at least one injury and 8 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

8 models · most complaints first

The Mitsubishi models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the Mitsubishi VIN decoder with every Mitsubishi model page, WMI code and VIN note.

Mitsubishi Galant 1995–2012 · 22 recalls · 1,419 complaints
Mitsubishi Outlander 2003–2026 · 41 recalls · 1,319 complaints
Mitsubishi Lancer 1996–2017 · 15 recalls · 865 complaints
Mitsubishi Montero 1995–2006 · 10 recalls · 667 complaints
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2011–2026 · 26 recalls · 476 complaints
Mitsubishi Mirage 1995–2024 · 8 recalls · 465 complaints
Mitsubishi Diamante 1995–2004 · 4 recalls · 407 complaints
Mitsubishi Montero Sport 1997–2009 · 4 recalls · 348 complaints

All Mitsubishi models and WMI codes Look up recalls by year

Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.

Mitsubishi Eclipse complaints by model year

Most-reported Mitsubishi Eclipse components

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

Mitsubishi Eclipse recalls

Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Structure › Frame and Members

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Equipment › Other › Labels

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, and Connections

Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit and Lines

Seats

Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine

Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion)

Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery › Cables

Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Switch/Wiring; Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Switch; Exterior Lighting › Headlights › Switch

Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Vehicle Speed Control

Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint

Fuel System, Gasoline

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip