Mitsubishi Eclipse Complaints

2,377 consumer complaints on file.

#11737358May 12, 2026
AIR BAGS
Wiring harness for air bag system that is under driver seat severed by normal seat movement
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690570September 30, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
With my vehicle the brakes go straight to the floor. I took it to the mitsubishi dealership closest to me (Bobmills mitsubishi Jacksonville Nc). When I got there i told them what was going on, and if you bleed the brakes they worked fine for 3 or 4 days but after that the brakes would just go to the floor again. They said they bleed the brakes to replace the fluid and then tested the ABS module for a recall and said it was fine but I had a collapsed brake line in the rear. I replaced all the brake lines on the vehicle and did a complete bleed again to remove any air. The brakes now go all the way to the floor again. I was trying to bleed them just to see if I could get some pressure, but 3 of the lines aren't getting pressure. I decided to check and bleed at the master cylinder, I had plenty of pressure coming out so I know that's good. Then I checked the bleed pressure at the ABS module thats on the recall and I am only getting pressure from the drivers front tire, the other 3 are not giving pressure at all, even if you pump the brakes while they are open. So I know the cylinders in that ABS module are bad. So I called the dealership again and they are refusing to do it because they said they don't work on vehicles that old.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11686856September 12, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH and descending an incline on the road, the contact depressed the brake pedal, and the brake pedal went to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact used the parking brake to slow down the vehicle. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer because the closest dealer was 2 hours away, and the brakes had failed. The contact was aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V337000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact had called the manufacturer and was advised to find a local independent mechanic, and the manufacturer would ship the parts needed to complete the recall repair. The manufacturer had not included a key computer tool to set the ABS system correctly. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed about the lack of support. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11676054July 24, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
We recently went to the dealership to have a recalled brake booster fixed and the brake booster is failing again.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11676065July 24, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
Vehicle went in for repair in March of 2025 for an open recall for the brakes. 3 months later the vehicle is experiencing brake issues related to a brake booster/master cylinder that was also recalled. Replacement is needed asap
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11652405April 2, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warning lights turn on then automatically turn off while driving
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11644440February 24, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The crankshaft sensor is faulty and isn't working properly so my car has been shutting off randomly while I am driving it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641559February 9, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
My in insurance has a recall page and when I went on there. My car was on there for ABS. My ABS light been on since I got the car 6 months ago
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11594347June 14, 2024
SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE:BODY
After a recent oil change, they informed me that the cross bar was very rusted and looks very unsafe. Upon further research I was informed there was a recall for this problem. I am the only owner and at this time all maintenance is up to date. Because the car has low mileage, I want to keep the car so during my research I was informed the part is unavailable. Not sure what to do at this point looking for any suggestions.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590989May 28, 2024
AIR BAGS, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, for unknown reasons, he veered off the road, traveled over a hill, and crashed into a dirt pile. The steering wheel air bag failed to deploy. The contact had previously unplugged, the passenger seat air bag. The air bag and check engine warning lights were illuminated. After the crash, the curtain and driver's seat air bag were deployed. The contact noticed the passenger's side rear tire was low and had a slash in the side wall. The contact sustained whiplash and pain, and medical attention was provided. The vehicle was towed to his residence. There was no reported fire or police report. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11552428October 28, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical burn up completely causing a fire
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532572July 16, 2023
AIR BAGS
The airbag cover on the passenger side is peeling off. I feel that if I tried to glue it or modify it in any way, this action could result in the airbag not deploying like it should and cause serious injury incase of an accident.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11493803November 16, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
I almost got into a accident because it's late sobits really hard to see because the headlights u cnt see any at all at night I can use a flash light out the window and see better like that but on top of that my car just decides to up and stall on me and not wanna start back and it had melted my crankshaft sensor wires and I guess it just decided to also mess up the wiring on my camshaft sensor I literally had to wire up the wires straight around the plug on both just to make it home it was cold out and all I really love my car but I'm spending more money than I've got just tryna keep it running and between that and the lights that's gonna get sum1 hurt or killed if not fixed I was on a backroad had no service to call anybody for help and I was right between 2 blind turns
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11488426October 7, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES
Brakes consistently fail to hold pressure and are letting go. I purchased this car back in April and the previous owner had no idea of the recall. Did a bit of research and found it's a defect in the system. Once the car fails to hold pressure I have to very rapidly spam the break pedal to get a sliver of pressure so my car can come to a stop. Breaking with little pressure grinds the brakes and doesn't stop the car.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485424September 20, 2022
VISIBILITY
The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder. The contact stated while driving 35-40 MPH, the rear window of the convertible exploded: projecting shattered pieces of glass all the way to the dashboard. The contact was able to continue driving. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11478198August 8, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY
The contact owns a 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the turn signal and headlights failed. The contact stated that the high beam failed to operate correctly whether the vehicle was turned or not. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 99V305001 (Exterior Lighting, Visibility). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11470211June 21, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
UNKNOWN. I received something from the Mitsubishi company in the mail, but did not reply to them because multiple people told me those are scam related. I never had anything checked, and not sure if I have an issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11468436June 9, 2022
POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING
The contact owns a 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder. The contact stated while driving 25-30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power inadvertently. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and continued driving. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that while driving and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle instead started reversing unintendedly. The contact stated that he turned off and restarted the vehicle and continued driving. The vehicle was taken to a local Pep Boys, where it was diagnosed that the power train needed to be reprogrammed and other repairs needed to be completed. The vehicle was not repaired. Additionally, the contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the steering wheel was locked and the brake pedal was firm. The traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was not drivable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11467903June 6, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES
Dearler did not fix the ABS, only replaced brake fluid. ABS still fails. went back to Mitsubishi and they said they couldnt help me.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11466317May 27, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
There is a constant loud beeping when the concerable top is closes as well as indicator light flashing that the conversation able top is unlocked and hen it is. Upon more research almost everyone with this vehicle has this issue and it's a very expensive fix.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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