2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
10 recalls, 287 complaints - 166 TSBs
15V338000 Jun 2, 2015
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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, 200... Read more
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 recal... Read more
06E060000 Jun 29, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIA... Read more
Consequence
LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH
Remedy
AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.
06E049000 May 24, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. ... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
06E026000 Mar 23, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE D... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
04V428000 Sep 1, 2004
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
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 EXP... Read more
01V069000 Mar 8, 2001
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
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.
01V011001 Jan 16, 2001
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Defect Description
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 TH... Read more
01V005001 Jan 8, 2001
SEATS
Defect Description
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 MITSU... Read more
00V320001 Oct 27, 2000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
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.
00V299001 Oct 2, 2000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
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.
Complaint Statistics
287 total complaints
33 crashes 10 fires 17 injuries 3 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| WHEELS:RIM | 62 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 14 |
| AIR BAGS | 13 |
| WHEELS | 13 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 10 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 9 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 8 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 8 |
| TIRES | 7 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 16, 2022
Incident date: Nov 17, 2021
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 cra... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 16, 2022
Incident date: Nov 17, 2021
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 cra... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 16, 2022
Incident date: Nov 17, 2021
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 cra... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jul 1, 2020
Incident date: Mar 10, 2020
I HAVE A 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE RS 2.4 ENGINE I BOUGHT IT OFF MY HUSBAND'S UNCLE FOUR MONTHS AGO AND EVER SINCE I GOT THE CAR I NOTICED THE LIGHT ADJUSTERS DON'T WORK AT ALL AND AT NIGHT THE HEADLIGHTS ARE SO DIM THAT SOMETIMES I CAN'T EVEN SEE THE ROAD AT ALL THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN THAT NEEDS T... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 30, 2019
Incident date: Jan 25, 2019
WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND CAME TO A STOP. TRIED TO SHIFT INTO 1ST AND COULD NOT DO SO. HAD TO TURN OFF MY CAR TO SHIFT INTO GEAR TO AVOID GRINDING. HAD A HARD TIME GOING FROM 1ST TO 2ND AS WELL. ONCE ARRIVING HOME COULD NOT SHIFT INTO REVERSE. SEEMS LIKE THE GEARS WERE TRYING TO STRIP AND A... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 17, 2017
Incident date: Sep 16, 2017
"TAKAYA RECALL" 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE GT, 3.0LV6 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. 16 YEARS OLD, BUT ONLY 157621 MILES DRIVING AS USUAL WHEN WITHOUT ANY NOTICE OR WARNING, NO LONGER HAVING ANY POWER TO WHEELS FROM TRANSMISSION (ENGINE STILL RUNNING NORMAL AS USUAL). AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HAD COMPLETE TOTA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 20, 2016
Incident date: Oct 3, 2016
2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO EXTERIOR LIGHTING RECALL, ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM REPLACEMENT RECALL, POWER TRAIN, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION COOLING UNIT AND LINES RECALL ISSUES. *SMD THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, THEY ONLY HAD ONE RECALL APPLICABLE TO HIS VEHICLE, WHICH WAS FO... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 20, 2016
Incident date: Oct 3, 2016
2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO EXTERIOR LIGHTING RECALL, ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM REPLACEMENT RECALL, POWER TRAIN, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION COOLING UNIT AND LINES RECALL ISSUES. *SMD THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, THEY ONLY HAD ONE RECALL APPLICABLE TO HIS VEHICLE, WHICH WAS FO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 20, 2016
Incident date: Oct 3, 2016
2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO EXTERIOR LIGHTING RECALL, ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM REPLACEMENT RECALL, POWER TRAIN, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION COOLING UNIT AND LINES RECALL ISSUES. *SMD THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, THEY ONLY HAD ONE RECALL APPLICABLE TO HIS VEHICLE, WHICH WAS FO... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Oct 20, 2016
Incident date: Oct 3, 2016
2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO EXTERIOR LIGHTING RECALL, ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM REPLACEMENT RECALL, POWER TRAIN, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION COOLING UNIT AND LINES RECALL ISSUES. *SMD THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, THEY ONLY HAD ONE RECALL APPLICABLE TO HIS VEHICLE, WHICH WAS FO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 4, 2016
Incident date: Apr 1, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT R... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 24, 2016
Incident date: Mar 1, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MI... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 20, 2016
Incident date: Feb 8, 2016
SRS AIRBAG SYSTEM FAULT. SRS LIGHT ELLUMINATES ON DASHBOARD WHENEVER DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEATS ARE MOVED, INDICATING THAT THE SIDE AIRBAG SYSTEM IS DEACTIVATING THE ENTIRE SRS SYSTEM INCLUDING THE FRONT AIRBAGS.
ENGINE
Aug 23, 2015
Incident date: Aug 17, 2015
PROLONGED WIRING HARNESS CONTACT WITH THE HEAT SHIELD CAUSES THE WIRING INSULATION TO WEAR & GROUND OUT CAUSING THE ENGINE TO DIE-OUT. HAD AN ICCIDENT FEW DAYS AGO WHERE THE ENGINE DIED OUT AND I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION AND ALMOST GOT HIT BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC . THIS IS SERIOUSLY NOT OK... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 23, 2015
Incident date: Aug 17, 2015
PROLONGED WIRING HARNESS CONTACT WITH THE HEAT SHIELD CAUSES THE WIRING INSULATION TO WEAR & GROUND OUT CAUSING THE ENGINE TO DIE-OUT. HAD AN ICCIDENT FEW DAYS AGO WHERE THE ENGINE DIED OUT AND I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION AND ALMOST GOT HIT BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC . THIS IS SERIOUSLY NOT OK... Read more
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 23, 2015
Incident date: Aug 17, 2015
PROLONGED WIRING HARNESS CONTACT WITH THE HEAT SHIELD CAUSES THE WIRING INSULATION TO WEAR & GROUND OUT CAUSING THE ENGINE TO DIE-OUT. HAD AN ICCIDENT FEW DAYS AGO WHERE THE ENGINE DIED OUT AND I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION AND ALMOST GOT HIT BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC . THIS IS SERIOUSLY NOT OK... Read more
Fire
AIR BAGS
Aug 10, 2015
Incident date: Jun 1, 2015
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH MAKING A SHARP TURN, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE CONTACT'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES WITHIN MOMENTS. LUCKY, THE FRONT PASSENGER WAS ABLE T... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Nov 7, 2014
Incident date: Oct 17, 2001
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SRS AND AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAGS SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE AIR BAGS... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 8, 2014
Incident date: Oct 1, 2013
SITTING IN GARAGE OVER WINTER, CAR DEVELOPED LEAK/CRACK IN THE FUEL TANK THAT ALLOWED FUMES FROM TANK TO FILL GARAGE. CAR NOT BEING DRIVEN AT THE TIME. FUEL DID NOT LEAK ONTO FLOOR OF GARAGE. RECALLS HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN DONE ON FUEL SYSTEM FOR THIS MODEL. APPARENTLY CRACKS IN THE FUEL TANK OF TH... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Feb 15, 2011
Incident date: Jan 20, 2011
THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON AND THE CODES SHOW AN EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS LEAK. SEVERAL SERVICE VISITS DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. FINALLY IT WAS FOUND THAT THE FUEL FILLER TUBE WAS TOTALLY RUSTED OUT AND CLOSE TO FALLING OFF. APPARENTLY THIS IS A FAIRLY COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE 2001 ECLIPSE AND W... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 1, 2010
Incident date: Apr 28, 2010
I HAD TO REPLACE A ROTTED GAS FILLER NECK ON MY 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE GT. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME IT WAS A POORLY DESIGNED PART AND SHOULD NOT HAVE ROTTED. I HAVE HAD MANY CARS AND NEVER HEARD OF ANYTHING LIKE THIS BEFORE. MITSUBISHI SHOULD BE MADE TO HAVE A RECALL FOR THIS DEFECTIVE PART. *TR
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Apr 1, 2010
Incident date: Mar 29, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH THE WAVE SPRING WITHIN THE TRANSMISSION BROKE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT WHEN THE WAVE SPRING BROKE IT CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE TR... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Jul 9, 2009
Incident date: Jul 9, 2009
RIGHT FRONT STEERING ASSEMBLY (TIE ROD & BALL JOINTS) TORE AWAY FROM WHERE IT WAS ATTACHED TO THE FRAME RESULTING IN THE VEHICLE TO GO OUT OF CONTROL . VEHICLE STRUCK THE CURB AND RAN INTO A LIGHT POLE BEFORE COMING TO A STOP. *TR
Crash
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Jul 9, 2009
Incident date: Jul 9, 2009
RIGHT FRONT STEERING ASSEMBLY (TIE ROD & BALL JOINTS) TORE AWAY FROM WHERE IT WAS ATTACHED TO THE FRAME RESULTING IN THE VEHICLE TO GO OUT OF CONTROL . VEHICLE STRUCK THE CURB AND RAN INTO A LIGHT POLE BEFORE COMING TO A STOP. *TR
Crash
SUSPENSION
Jul 9, 2009
Incident date: Mar 1, 2009
MY 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE'S AXLE SNAPPED WHEN I WAS GOING OVER A SPEED BUMP AT ABOUT 3 MILES PER HOUR. THE CONTROL ARM ALSO BROKE ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE. IT ONLY HAD 135,000 MILES AT THE TIME. I GOT IT REPLACED AND STILL MAKES A REALLY BAD GRINDING NOISE. I WAS WONDERING IF THERE COULD BE A REC... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 3, 2009
Incident date: Jan 1, 2009
WIRING HARNESS FEMALE SOCKET FOR THE HEADLAMPS OVER HEATED AND MELTED. THE PASSENGER SIDE FEMALE SOCKET MELTED ABOUT ONE YEAR AGO TO A POINT WHERE IT WOULD NOT PROVIDE HEADLIGHT ILLUMINATION. BEFORE THE COMPLETE FAILURE, THE HEADLIGHT WOULD EITHER BE FULLY BRIGHT, OR VERY DIM. THE MILEAGE ON THE ... Read more
STRUCTURE
Dec 9, 2008
Incident date: Oct 9, 2008
CRACKED DASHBOARD. MANY MANY MANY OTHER PEOPLE ARE HAVING THIS SAME PROBLEM. *TR (2000-2005)
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Oct 14, 2008
Incident date: Jun 1, 2001
1. EVERY TIME IT RAINS THERE IS A LARGE ACCUMULATION OF WATER LEAKING FROM FRONT WINDOW/FRONT VENTS EVERY RAINFALL ON FRONT FLOOR BOARDS; 2. EVERY RAINFALL, SOAKS CARPET FLOOR BOARDS THROUGH TO BOTTOM FRAME OF CAR; 3. MANY, MANY THICK TOWELS ON FRONT FLOOR BOARDS. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Sep 15, 2008
Incident date: Jul 13, 2008
LOSS OF ENGINE POWER OR DIES THAT LOCKS THE STEERING WHEEL AFTER 10 TO 20 MINUTES YOU COULD REVIVE THE ENGINE AGAIN USUALLY HAPPEN EVERY DAY . WENT TO THE DEALER WITH SERVICE BULLETIN THAT MIGHT AFFECT ON IT BUT THEY SAY NO PROBLEM ON IT AND THEY VOID THE SERVICE BULLETIN OR TRY TO. *TR
STRUCTURE
Aug 19, 2008
Incident date: Jan 31, 2008
MY 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE HAS STARTED CRACKING DOWN THE DASH AND IS GETTING INCREASINGLY WORSE ALL THE TIME. *TR
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 31, 2008
Incident date: Jun 1, 2002
I'VE PREVIOUSLY OWNED 2 ECLIPSES W/ NO PROBLEMS, THIS ONE HOWEVER HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT A LEMON. 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE GT V6. IN ADDITION TO THE CLUTCH WHICH HAD TO BE REPLACED 1 YR AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED, I HAVE HAD AN ABUNDANCE OF PROBLEMS W/ PARTS THAT SHOULD NEVER NEED TO BE REPLACED, NONE HA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 31, 2008
Incident date: Jun 1, 2002
I'VE PREVIOUSLY OWNED 2 ECLIPSES W/ NO PROBLEMS, THIS ONE HOWEVER HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT A LEMON. 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE GT V6. IN ADDITION TO THE CLUTCH WHICH HAD TO BE REPLACED 1 YR AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED, I HAVE HAD AN ABUNDANCE OF PROBLEMS W/ PARTS THAT SHOULD NEVER NEED TO BE REPLACED, NONE HA... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Jul 31, 2008
Incident date: Jun 1, 2002
I'VE PREVIOUSLY OWNED 2 ECLIPSES W/ NO PROBLEMS, THIS ONE HOWEVER HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT A LEMON. 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE GT V6. IN ADDITION TO THE CLUTCH WHICH HAD TO BE REPLACED 1 YR AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED, I HAVE HAD AN ABUNDANCE OF PROBLEMS W/ PARTS THAT SHOULD NEVER NEED TO BE REPLACED, NONE HA... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Jul 22, 2008
Incident date: Nov 9, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING 30 MPH, THE LOWER PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM FAILED, WHICH CAUSED THE ENTIRE WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE LANDED ONTO THE FRAME. THE CONTACT STRUCK TWO PARKED VEHICLES AND THEN SLID... Read more
Crash
STRUCTURE
Jul 22, 2008
Incident date: Jun 3, 2008
DASH CRACKED IN HALF (DEGRADATION). I FOUND THAT THIS IS HAPPENING TO ALMOST EVERYBODY WITH THE MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE (MINE IS A 2001). MITSUBISHI WILL NOT ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM. THIS NEEDS TO BE A RECALL. *TR
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Apr 3, 2008
Incident date: Mar 22, 2008
AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. COMPLICATIONS FROM INJURIES CLAIMED THE DRIVER'S LIFE, MY SON. *TR
Crash
1 deaths
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 21, 2008
Incident date: Jun 6, 2003
I HAVE A 2001 BLACK ECLIPSE GT...BOUGHT BRAND NEW IN JAN. 01. AT 43,000 MILES ALL TOP SURFACE AREAS WERE SHOWING SIGNS OF PAINT PULLING FROM THE PRIMER...AT 53,000 MILES THE ROOF WAS DOWN TO THE METAL...TOOK ME MONTHS TO GET MITS. TO HANDLE. THEY ONLY WOULD PAINT THE AFFECTED SURFACES? THEN 20,000... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Feb 28, 2008
Incident date: Feb 8, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WENT INTO THE NEUTRAL POSITION. SHE HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO HER RESIDENCE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE REP... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 20, 2008
Incident date: Feb 20, 2008
ENGINE 20 AMP FUSE POPS AFTER DRIVING CAR FOR A PERIOD OF TIME THEN CUTTING OFF AND RESTARTED. IF CAR IS DRIVEN CONTINUOUSLY DOES NOT BLOW FUSE. ONLY AFTER STOPPING AND NOT LETTING ENGINE COOL DOWN DOES IT BLOW FUSES. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Dec 6, 2007
Incident date: Oct 28, 2007
I HAVE A 2001 ECLIPSE GT, AND I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE HEADLIGHTS GOING ON AND OFF UNTIL ONE DAY THEY JUST STOPPED WORKING. IT KEPT SMELLING LIKE SOMETHING WAS BURNING AND IT HAD BEEN THE HEADLIGHT HARNESSES. THE DEALERSHIP I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE FROM CLOSED DOWN SO I BROUGHT IT TO KEY ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 3, 2007
Incident date: Sep 2, 2007
I HAVE A DEFECTIVE PAINT JOB ON MY BLACK 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. ALTHOUGH GARAGE KEPT, THE PAINT IS SELF-DESTRUCTING AND TURNING WHITE ON THE ROOF, HOOD AND BACK SIDES PANELS. ALSO, LEAK IN WINDOW OF DRIVERS SIDE DOOR THAT CAUSES 3 INCH PUDDLES OF RAIN TO ACCUMULATE WHEN THE WEATHER IS BAD. *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 12, 2007
Incident date: Jun 12, 2007
SOCKET ATTACHED TO HEADLAMP MELTED, SMOLDERED AND SMOKED. HEADLAMP NO LONGER FUNCTIONS. OCCURED FALL 2006. CAR STALLS RIGHT AFTER STARTING. OCCURED JUNE 2007.
Fire
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 4, 2007
Incident date: Jun 1, 2006
MY BLACK 2001 ECLIPSE GT PAINT IS FAILING. IT BEGAN AS A SMALL WHITE SMUDGE LOOKING SPOT ON THE ROOF OF THE CAR, BUT HAS SPREAD TO THE ENTIRE HOOD, ROOF AND TRUNK. THE PAINT SEEMS TO JUST BREAK DOWN FROM INSIDE. IT'S NOT CRACKING BUT IS CHANGING COLOR FROM BLACK TO WHITE LIKE THE SUN IS BLEACHING IT... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 4, 2007
Incident date: Jun 1, 2006
MY BLACK 2001 ECLIPSE GT PAINT IS FAILING. IT BEGAN AS A SMALL WHITE SMUDGE LOOKING SPOT ON THE ROOF OF THE CAR, BUT HAS SPREAD AT A ALARMING SPEED TO THE ENTIRE HOOD AND THE ROOF AND TRUNK. THE PAINT IN CIRCULAR AREAS SEEMS TO JUST BREAK DOWN FROM INSIDE. IT'S NOT CRACKING OFF BUT IT'S CHANGING CO... Read more
STRUCTURE
May 23, 2007
Incident date: Dec 1, 2006
THE CAR IS A 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THERE WERE NO SPECIFIC EVENTS LEADING TO THE FAILURE, BUT THE PAINT ON THE TRUNK AND ROOF OF THE CAR HAS OXIDIZED AND APPEARS TO HAVE DISSOLVED. THE CAR IS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY, AND WE WILL NEED TO HAVE IT REPAINTED ON OUR OWN. BASED UPON MY INTERNET RESEARC... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 12, 2007
Incident date: Jan 1, 2007
MY BLACK 2001 ECLIPSE GT PAINT IS FAILING FAST. STARTED AS A SMALL WHITE SMUDGE LOOKING SPOT ON THE HOOD BUT HAS SPREAD AT A ALARMING SPEED TO THE ENTIRE HOOD AND THE ROOF AND TRUNK. THE PAINT IN CIRCULAR AREAS SEEMS TO JUST BREAK DOWN FROM INSIDE. IT'S NOT CRACKING OFF BUT IT'S CHANGING COLOR FROM ... Read more
WHEELS:RIM
Jan 17, 2007
Incident date: Jan 15, 2007
TL*- THE CONTACT HAS A 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE GT. THE CONTACT HAS A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE ALLOY WHEELS ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLES TIRES WERE BALANCED ON 1/15/07 AT THAT POINT THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED THAT ONE OF THE ALLOW WHEELS WAS SLIGHTLY BENT AND MAY CAUSE AIR TO LEAK AND THE TIRE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Dec 13, 2006
Incident date: Dec 11, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A SMELL OF GASOLINE AROUND THE VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTED THAT THERE WAS A FUEL LEAK IN THE RETURN HOSE AT THE LOCATION OF THE CLAMP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SEEN BY A DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALSO NOTIFIED. THERE WAS A NHTSA RECALL# 03V442000, ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 8, 2006
Incident date: Mar 6, 2005
THE 2000+ MITUBISHI ECLIPSE THE DASH BOARDS ARE HAVING MANY PROBLEMS WITH CRACKING. WE WANT THERE TO BE A RECALL SO WE CAN GET PROPERLY MADE DASHES. *JB
STRUCTURE
Oct 27, 2006
Incident date: Nov 6, 2005
CRACKED DASHBOARD. NO STRESS ADDED TO IT. IT JUST HAPPENED. *NM
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 25.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 27.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,650 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (S4) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,600 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S4) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 26.0 | 20.0 | Premium | $3,800 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
166 manufacturer communications from 103 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 9 |
| 134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 8 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 7 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 7 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 7 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 6 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 6 |
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-23-00-001
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
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.
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.
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
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.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
200000 WHEELS
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
020000 SUSPENSION
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
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
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.
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.
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
200000 WHEELS
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
010000 STEERING
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
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
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.
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
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT193
Jan 15, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
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.
TT191
Nov 1, 2012
020000 SUSPENSION
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
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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
140000 AIR BAGS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
137
May 1, 2007
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
REPROGRAMMING THE PCM DRIVABILITY OR SENSITIVITY ISSUES CAN BE CORRECTED. *KB
0617001
Jan 1, 2006
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM CHECKS - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
0522003
Oct 1, 2005
101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING INSTALLATION. *TT
0523004
Jul 1, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2-3 SHIFT FLARE. *TT
0513006
Apr 1, 2005
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
ALTERNATOR FR TERMINAL VOLTAGE - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
0513004
Mar 1, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPROGRAMMING FOR COLD ENGINE MISFIRE / HOT SOAK RESTART / ROUGH IDLE. REVISION. *TT
0213015R
Feb 1, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
INCORRECT POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) SOFTWARE PARAMETERS MAY CAUSE A MISFIRE CONDITION WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD, SETTING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0300 THROUGH P0306 IN THE PCM. *TT
0413006
Feb 1, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPROGRAMMING FOR HOT SOAK RESTART AND ROUGH IDLE CONDITION (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300-P0306). *TT
42A
Dec 1, 2004
130000 VISIBILITY
DOOR GLASS ALIGNMENT. MITSUBISHI. TECH TALK. *TT
06012004
Jun 1, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
COLD ENGINE MISFIRE. *EH
05012004
May 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2-3 SHIFT FLARE. *EH
05012004
May 1, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TOP LATCH SET SCREWS. *EH
0342A005
Dec 1, 2003
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
THE SUNROOF MAY JUDDER OR VIBRATE DURING OPENING/CLOSING OPERATION. *TT
SC03001
Oct 1, 2003
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
VACUUM HOSE ROUTING DIAGRAM LABEL MUST BE CHANGED- SERVICE CAMPAIGN. *TT
0323006
Oct 1, 2003
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER, SURGE, AND/OR VIBRATION (POSSIBLY INTERMITTENT) WHEN DRIVING 35-50 MPH AT STEADY THROTTLE. *TT
0342A004
Oct 1, 2003
174200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
AFTER PULLING THE HATCH RELEASE LEVER AND EXITING THE VEHICLE, AIR PRESSURE FROM CLOSING THE DOOR MAY CAUSE THE LIFTGATE TO HALF-LATCH. THE LIFTGATE CAN THEN ONLY BE OPENED BY PULLING THE RELEASE LEVER AGAIN OR USING THE KEY IN THE LIFTGAT
0355006R
Oct 1, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
AIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANT PIPE REPLACEMENT. *TT
0355008
Oct 1, 2003
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
DEBRIS (SUCH AS LEAVES, ETC) ENTERING THE FRONT COWL AREA MAY CLOG THE EVAPORATOR HOUSING DRAIN TUBE. IF THIS OCCURS, THE EVAPORATOR HOUSING MAY FILL UP WITH CONDENSATION AND OVERFLOW INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT, AND INTO THE BLOWER MOT
0355008R
Oct 1, 2003
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
DEBRIS (SUCH AS LEAVES, ETC.) ENTERING THE FRONT COWL AREA MAY CLOG THE EVAPORATOR HOUSING DRAIN TUBE. IF THIS OCCURS, THE EVAPORATOR HOUSING MAY FILL UP WITH CONDENSATION AND OVERFLOW INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT, AND INTO THE BLOWER MO
0355006
Jul 1, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
AIR CONDITIONER REFRIGERANT PIPE REPLACEMENT. *TT
0355005
May 1, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR HIGH-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE PARTS AVAILABILITY. INCLUDING 2004 MODELS. *TT
93
May 1, 2003
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
HEADLIGHT BULB CONNECTORS. *TT
0317003
Mar 1, 2003
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
CORRECTED VACUUM HOSE ROUTING DIAGRAMS - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
0355002
Mar 1, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
AIR CONDITIONER REFRIGERANT AND AIR CONDITIONER ECU VOLTAGES - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
0313002
Jan 1, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPROGRAMMING FOR HOT SOAK RESTART AND ROUGH IDLE CONDITION (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300-P0306). *TT
0323001
Jan 1, 2003
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A/T) STANDARD HYDRAULIC PRESSURES - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
0354001
Jan 1, 2003
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR HEADLAMP FOGGING. *TT
89
Dec 1, 2002
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
DOOR MIRRORS/DOOR HANDLES PAINT APPEARANCE. *TT
88
Dec 1, 2002
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
HEATED DOOR MIRROR STICKERS. MITSUBISHI MOTORS TECH TALK. VOL. 88. NOV. 2002. *TT
0242A017
Nov 1, 2002
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
WATER LEAK AT DELTA SASH / SIDE MIRROR. *TT
11012002
Nov 1, 2002
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
FUEL PUMP SQUEAK/GROAN FROM REAR OF VEHICLE. *TT
88
Nov 1, 2002
140000 AIR BAGS
CLOCK SPRING INSTALLATION. MITSUBISHI MOTORS. TECH TALK. VOL. 88. NOV. 2002. *TT
0252A003
Sep 1, 2002
220000 SEATS
FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT. *TT
09012002
Sep 1, 2002
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
COLD ENGINE MISFIRE. *EH
09012002
Sep 1, 2002
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
CLICKING NOISE AT INSTRUMENT PANEL. *EH
0213015
Aug 1, 2002
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SUBJECT REGARDING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMING FOR COLD ENGINE MISFIRE. *JG
0234001
Aug 1, 2002
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
SUBJECT REGARDING SQUEAKING OR RUBBING NOISE FROM REAR SUSPENSION TRAILING ARMS. *JG
0235006
Aug 1, 2002
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT BRAKE RINGING NOISE. *JG
85
Aug 1, 2002
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING A RATTLING NOISE HEARD FROM REAR SUSPENSION OF VEHICLE. *TT
85
Aug 1, 2002
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
SUBJECT REGARDING SQUEAK, GROAN, RATTLE SUSPENSION NOISE HEARD FROM REAR WHEN DRIVING 5-25 MPH OVER SPEED BUMPS. *TT
85
Aug 1, 2002
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING SUNROOF GREASE AVAILABILITY. *TT
85
Aug 1, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ON SOME VEHICLES, CUSTOMERS MAY FIND THAT WHEN PROGRAMMING THE RKE ANSWERBACK FUNCTION THE DESIRED FUNCTION CHANGE MAY NOT TAKE PLACE. *TT
85
Aug 1, 2002
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING COMMENTS OF FLOODED OR WET FRONT FLOOR / CARPET ON PASSENGER'S SIDE. *TT
85
Aug 1, 2002
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING BUZZ, RATTLE AT REAR QUARTER PANEL (UPDATE). *TT
85
Aug 1, 2002
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
SERVICE REVIEW REGARDING TSB-02-13-014 - FUEL TANK DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SENSOR - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
85
Aug 1, 2002
100000 POWER TRAIN
BULLETIN REVIEW REGARDING TSB-02-23-003 - REVISES BOLT TIGHTENING TORQUE VALUES FOR TRANSMISSION OUTPUT SHAFT RETAINER AND TRANSMISSION OIL PUMP. *TT
85
Aug 1, 2002
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
BULLETIN REVIEW REGARDING TSB-02-42A-008REV - REVISES ORIGINAL BULLETIN INSTRUCTIONS CONCERN WINDOW / DELTA SASH ADJUSTMENT. *TT
TSB0213014
Jul 1, 2002
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING FUEL TANK DIFFERENTIALPRESSURE SENSOR - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
TSB0223003
Jul 1, 2002
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS BULLETIN REVISES THE TIGHTENING TORQUE VALUES FOR THE TRANSMISSION OUTPUT SHAFT RETAIN BOLTS AND THE TRANSMISSION OIL PUMP MOUNTING BOLTS. *TT
84
Jul 1, 2002
020000 SUSPENSION
VEHICLE TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING REAR SUSPENSION RATTLE. *TT
84
Jul 1, 2002
020000 SUSPENSION
SUBJECT REGARDING SQUEAK, GROAN, RATTLE SUSPENSION NOISE - UPDATE. *TT
84
Jul 1, 2002
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING WET OR FLOODED FLOOR AREA CONDITION. *TT
84
Jul 1, 2002
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
BULLETIN REVIEW FOR TSB-02-14-001 REGARDING SOME COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS DUE TO AN INCORRECTLY POSITION COOLANT RESERVOIR TANK HOSE. *TT
84
Jul 1, 2002
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
BULLETIN REVIEW TSB-02-42A-008 REGARDING DOOR WINDOW ALIGNMENT. *TT
TSB0211002
Jun 1, 2002
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
INFORMATION ON CRANKSHAFT IDENTIFICATION MARKS - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
TSB0214001
Jun 1, 2002
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
CUSTOMER MAY REPORT VARIOUS COOLING RELATED ISSUES SUCH AS OVERHEATING, LOW RADIATOR COOLANT LEVEL, POOR HEATER PERFORMANCE, A GURGLING SOUND FROM THE COOLING SYSTEM. THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS PROCEDURES TO CORRECT VARIOUS POTENTIAL CONDITION
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE05007
Opened: Feb 10, 2005 , Closed: Jun 8, 2005
HEADLIGHTS FAILURE
IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT HEADLIGHT CONNECTOR CAN CAUSE INCREASED TERMINAL RESISTANCE AND OVERHEAT THE HEADLIGHT CONNECTOR.THIS PROBLEM CAN AFFECT INDEPENDENTLY EITHER HEADLIGHT BUT DOES NOT CAUSE SIMULTANEOUS FAILURE OF BOTH HEADLIGHTS. THE PROBLEM ALSO DOES NOT AFFECT FRONT P... Read more
EA02007
Opened: May 31, 2002 , Closed: May 1, 2003
ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEEL DENTING
SEE ATTACHED REPORT.
PE01044
Opened: Dec 18, 2001 , Closed: May 31, 2002
ALLOY WHEEL DENTING AND FRACTURING
PE01006
Opened: Mar 1, 2001 , Closed: Nov 6, 2001
FRONT SHOULDER BELT WEBBING GUIDE
ALLEGED THAT THE ANCHOR BOLT FOR THE FRONT SHOULDER BELT FUIDE IS LOOSE OR MIS-INSTALLED
RQ98007
Opened: May 11, 1998 , Closed: Aug 28, 1998
TRANSFER CASE LEAKAGE
THE TRANSFER CASE OF THE ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD), MITSUBISHI GALANT, ALLEGEDLY LEAKS OIL CAUSING ONE OR MORE WHEELS TO LOCKUP; OR THE INABILITY TO TRANSMIT ENGINE POWER TO THE DRIVE WHEELS.THE VEHICLES HAVE THE SAME TRANSFER CASE DESIGN AS THE ECLIPSE VEHICLES WHICH HAVE BEEN RECALLED FOR THE SAME ALL... Read more
MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE across all model years (1990, 2009).
129
Total Recalls
2,789
Total Complaints
5
Investigations
328
Reported Crashes
83
Reported Fires
13
Reported Deaths
MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 0 | 11 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2010 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2009 | 1 | 44 | View |
| 2008 | 1 | 83 | View |
| 2007 | 4 | 122 | View |
| 2006 | 4 | 118 | View |
| 2005 | 4 | 8 | View |
| 2004 | 5 | 20 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 158 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 84 | View |
| 2001 (current) | 10 | 287 | |
| 2000 | 10 | 380 | View |
| 1999 | 11 | 150 | View |
| 1998 | 13 | 174 | View |
| 1997 | 12 | 185 | View |
| 1996 | 11 | 220 | View |
| 1995 | 12 | 440 | View |
| 1994 | 4 | 53 | View |
| 1993 | 4 | 44 | View |
| 1992 | 3 | 65 | View |
| 1991 | 4 | 65 | View |
| 1990 | 7 | 59 | View |
| 1989 | 0 | 13 | View |