2009 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER
1 recalls, 7 complaints - 79 TSBs
15V337000 Jun 2, 2015
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Defect Description
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 ... Read more
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 ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
7 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 5 |
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 5, 2016
Incident date: Jul 13, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC SYSTEM). THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 14, 2016
Incident date: Jun 2, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 22, 2016
Incident date: Jan 22, 2016
SAME AS 1/21/2016 COMPLAINT. DEALER INFORMS TODAY THAT HIS TECHNICIAN MUST FIRST DETERMINE ABS MALFUNCTION BEFORE OBTAINING MMNA (MFG) APPROVAL TO FLUSH BRAKES, DETERMINE CORRECT VALVE FUNCTION, AND THEN INSTALL NEW HIGH QUALITY BRAKE FLUID. OUTRAGEOUS. MMNA SHOULD AUTHORIZE THE ABOVE AT CUSTOMER R... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 21, 2016
Incident date: Jul 1, 2015
IN JULY OF 2015,I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE CONCERNING THE ABS IN MY VEHICLE. MITSUBISHI WROTE, "MMNA WILL CONTACT YOU AGAIN BY MAIL, WITH A FOLLOW-UP RECALL NOTICE, WHEN THE REMEDY PARTS ARE AVAILABLE." I HAVE CALLED MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP, AND HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT NOTHING HAS HAPPENED WITH THE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 14, 2015
Incident date: Oct 6, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 7, 2015
Incident date: Jan 7, 2015
THIS VEHICLE MODEL IS KNOWN FOR INTERMITTENT BRAKE PROBLEMS WHERE THE BRAKES WILL GO TO THE FLOOR AFTER A SUDDEN BRAKING. BRAKES THEN CATCH DANGEROUSLY LOW FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME UNTIL THE SYSTEM RECOVERS. *TR
SEAT BELTS
Apr 29, 2009
Incident date: Apr 1, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER. WHILE SEATED IN THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE RELEASE MECHANISM WAS DIFFICULT TO ACCESS. THE MECHANISM WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO REACH BECAUSE IT WAS LOCATED BETWEEN THE SIDE OF THE SEAT AND THE CONSOLE... Read more
EPA Fuel Economy, 2009 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 25.0 | 19.0 | Premium | $4,000 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic (S5) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 24.0 | 19.0 | Premium | $4,000 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (S4) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Minicompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2009 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER
79 manufacturer communications from 31 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 7 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 7 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 6 |
| 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 6 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 6 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 5 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 5 |
DEALER LETTER
Jul 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
TSB-23-00-004
Apr 24, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
TSB-23-00-001
Apr 24, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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 veh
DEALER LETTER
Apr 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
TSB-22-54-003
Apr 7, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
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.
TSB-22-54-003
Apr 7, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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.
TT253
Nov 26, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-19-00-008
Jul 30, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
TSB-19-34-001
Jan 8, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Rear Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to update the special service tool used in replacement of the Toe Control Arm Ball Joint Dust Co
MEDICUpdate517
Feb 27, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
TT237
Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
200000 WHEELS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
130000 VISIBILITY
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-15-54-004
Jul 29, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
220000 SEATS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT201
Oct 11, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT201
Oct 11, 2013
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT201
Oct 11, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT201
Oct 11, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT201
Oct 11, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT200
Sep 10, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT200
Sep 10, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT200
Sep 10, 2013
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT200
Sep 10, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT200
Sep 10, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT199
Aug 8, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT199
Aug 8, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT199
Aug 8, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT199
Aug 8, 2013
150000 SEAT BELTS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT198
Jul 10, 2013
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT198
Jul 10, 2013
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT198
Jul 10, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT197
May 21, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT197
May 21, 2013
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT197
May 21, 2013
200000 WHEELS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT197
May 21, 2013
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT196
Apr 5, 2013
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT196
Apr 5, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT196
Apr 5, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT196
Apr 5, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT196
Apr 5, 2013
200000 WHEELS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-003
Mar 12, 2013
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This TSB supercedes TSB-09-42A-015, issued October, 2009, to update affected vehicles, add Outlander Sport and add FAST Key case part numbers. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) integrated key case and FAST Key Transmitter case repair kits are now
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
200000 WHEELS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
010000 STEERING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TTIndex12
Mar 5, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
010000 STEERING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-002
Jan 29, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
TT193
Jan 15, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT193
Jan 15, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-52B-001
Jan 8, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Caution statements regarding the disposal of certain SRS components have been incorrect in the service manuals of affected vehicles. This TSB provides updated caution statements.
TSB-12-52A-005
Dec 18, 2012
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The door lock switch rocker button is now available separately. This TSB provides replacement instructions for the affected service manuals.
TT192
Dec 7, 2012
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT192
Dec 7, 2012
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT192
Dec 7, 2012
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT192
Dec 7, 2012
130000 VISIBILITY
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT192
Dec 7, 2012
200000 WHEELS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-12-54-015
Nov 27, 2012
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
The driver's side central door lock switch rocker button is now available through spare parts. It is no longer necessary to replace the entire switch assembly for a broken switch rocker button. This TSB provides the part number and instruct
TSB-12-54-015
Nov 27, 2012
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The driver's side central door lock switch rocker button is now available through spare parts. It is no longer necessary to replace the entire switch assembly for a broken switch rocker button. This TSB provides the part number and instruct
TT191
Nov 1, 2012
140000 AIR BAGS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT191
Nov 1, 2012
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT191
Nov 1, 2012
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT191
Nov 1, 2012
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT191
Nov 1, 2012
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-12-35-002
Sep 1, 2012
010000 STEERING
MITSUBISHI: ON SOME VEHICLES, AN ACTIVE STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) STEERING WHEEL SENSOR HAS BEEN INSTALLED, REPLACING ORIGINAL SENSOR. NEW SENSOR NOT TO BE ROTATED BEFORE INSTALLATION. MODELS 2007-12 OUTLANDER, 2008-11 LANCER EVOLUTION, 2
TSB-12-35-002
Sep 1, 2012
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
MITSUBISHI: ON SOME VEHICLES, AN ACTIVE STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) STEERING WHEEL SENSOR HAS BEEN INSTALLED, REPLACING ORIGINAL SENSOR. NEW SENSOR NOT TO BE ROTATED BEFORE INSTALLATION. MODELS 2007-12 OUTLANDER, 2008-11 LANCER EVOLUTION, 2
GRP-16
Apr 1, 2009
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
MITSUBISHI: IN CERTAIN MODEL/MODEL YEARS VEHICLES, THE COILS HAVE BEEN FOUND TO OVERHEAT AND POSSIBLY MELT; CHECK GROUND POINT #12 FOR SIGNS OF CORROSION, ESPECIALLY IF THE BATTERY HAS RECENTLY BEEN REPLACED. HIGH RESISTANCE AT THE GROUND
MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER across all model years (1995, 2009).
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Total Recalls
285
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
40
Reported Crashes
9
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER - Year by Year
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