2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse problems
The Mitsubishi Eclipse is a sport compact car that was produced by Mitsubishi in four generations from 1989 until 2011. A convertible body style was added during the 1996 model year.
The first two generations share the automobile platform and parts with the rebadged Eagle Talon and Plymouth Laser captive imports. They were built during Mitsubishi Motors' close relationship with Chrysler Corporation. Their partnership was known as Diamond-Star Motors (DSM). In Japan, the first two generations were sold at a specific Japanese retail chain called Mitsubishi Car Plaza. The third, 2000–2005 generation shared a redesigned platform with the Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Stratus. In May 2005, the fourth, and final generation Eclipse was introduced, replacing the Chrysler platform used for the third generation with the PS platform.
According to Mitsubishi Motors, the Eclipse was named after an unbeaten 18th-century English racehorse that won 18 races in a row and then retired.
At the end of August 2011, the final Eclipse was manufactured and subsequently auctioned for charity.
In 2017, Mitsubishi resurrected the Eclipse name on a compact crossover vehicle, called the Eclipse Cross.
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Common 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse problems
The 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has been reported to have several common problems by its owners, which include sunroof malfunctions, manual transmission shifting difficulties, unusual clutch rattles, brake pedal pulsation, exterior door handle breakage, and airbag malfunctions.
Sunroof Malfunction: The most common issue reported by 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse owners was sunroof malfunction caused by a faulty switch. The sunroof either remained stuck closed or required manual assistance to move.
Manual Transmission Shifting Difficulty: Another common problem reported by 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse owners was difficulty in shifting the manual transmission. This issue was found to be caused by a faulty clutch or transmission parts, which may require replacement to solve the problem.
Unusual Clutch Rattle: Some 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse owners reported an unusual clutch rattle, which was found to be caused by a faulty clutch release bearing or flywheel. This issue may require replacement of the faulty parts to solve the problem.
Brake Pedal Pulsation: Some 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse owners reported brake pedal pulsation, which was found to be caused by a faulty brake rotor or brake caliper. This issue may require replacement of the faulty parts to solve the problem.
Exterior Door Handle Breakage: Some 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse owners reported breakage of the exterior door handle, which may require replacement of the faulty part to solve the problem.
Airbag Malfunction: Some 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse owners reported airbag malfunction, which may require replacement of the faulty airbag or airbag control module to solve the problem.
In addition to these common problems, the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has also been reported to have issues with the manual transmission, a faulty brake system, and weak wheels prone to bending.
The 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has been rated as a very reliable vehicle by J.D. Power, with a score of 80/100. However, it has limited room for rear passengers, which may be a concern for some owners.
In conclusion, the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has several common problems reported by its owners, including sunroof malfunction, manual transmission shifting difficulty, unusual clutch rattle, brake pedal pulsation, exterior door handle breakage, and airbag malfunction. These issues may require replacement of the faulty parts to solve the problem. However, the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has been rated as a very reliable vehicle by J.D. Power, with a score of 80/100.
Are 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse good cars?
All models (GS, GT, Coupes/Spyders) are very reliable and are still relevant in terms of great looks and decent performance. The 650 watt sound system is incredible.
Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse a reliable car?
The Mitsubishi Eclipse received a 4.6 out of 5.0 reliability rating from Kelley Blue Book users, who cited the car's strong performance and low maintenance needs. The car also scored well with EveryAuto users.
Is a Mitsubishi Eclipse expensive to maintain?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Mitsubishi Eclipse is $510, compared to an average of $526 for compact cars and $652 for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
According to repairpal.com, the most common issues drivers experience when using Mitsubishi Eclipse Crosses include but are unlimited to:
- Rattling noises from the clutch.
- Difficulty shifting the manual transmission.
- Brake pedal pulses.
- The exterior door handle breaking.
- Airbags not deploying as they are expected to.
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mitsubishi Eclipse problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Air bags problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
The NHTSA has received 69 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vehicles.
AIR BAGS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-23
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4A3AK24F48E
- Components: AIR BAGS,ENGINE
- Summary: 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.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-18
- VIN: 4A3AK34TX8E
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I was driving on I-15 north bound about 06:30pm near the city of Escondido Ca. weather temperature 78°F Incident: Sunroof spontaneously exploded shattering glass. Sunshade visor was closed between vehicles passenger compartment and sunroof.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-26
- VIN: 4A3AK34T58E
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while stopped at an intersection with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle accelerated forward inadvertently. The contact had her husband inspect the vehicle and while he attempted to start the vehicle with his foot depressed on the brake pedal, the vehicle accelerated forward. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.
SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-27
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4A3AK24FX8E
- Components: SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING THE ECLIPSE, SHE TURNED ONTO A SIDE STREET AND THE CAR SPUN OUT OF CONTROL CAUSING HER TO HIT A PARKED CAR. THE PASSENGER SIDE TIRE IS SIDEWAYS, I HAVE PICTURES OF THE CAR AFTER THE ACCIDENT. MY INSURANCE COMPANY TOTALED THE CAR. THE POLICE ARE SAYING SHE WAS AT FAULT FOR THE ACCIDENT. THERE IS A RECALL ON THE VIN NUMBER.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-10
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) IN JULY OF 2015. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GOLDSTEIN MITSUBISHI (613 NEW LOUDON RD, LATHAM, NY 12110, (518) 690-2500) IN APRIL OF 2016 TO BE REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A TEMPORARY REMEDY WAS PERFORMED BECAUSE THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE TO PERMANENTLY REPAIR THE CORROSION OF THE ABS HYDRAULIC UNIT. HOWEVER, THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED IN 2016. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH OVER A BUMP OR POTHOLE, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD AND THE VEHICLE WOULD BECOME VERY DIFFICULT TO STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING SINCE THE BRAKES WERE REPLACED TWO MONTHS AGO. THE CONTACT CALLED GOLDSTEIN MITSUBISHI AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY AND THAT THE REPAIRS WERE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE VEHICLE OWNER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE BRAKE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 118,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-25
- VIN: 4A3AL35TX8E
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: THIS CAR IS A 2008 AND I DON'T KNOW IF IT IS A FACTORY ERROR BUT IS ALREADY ASKING FOR THE CATALYZE CONVERTER TO BE CHANGED AND IT ONLY HAS 83,000 MILES. I KNOW BECAUSE IT DIDN'T PASS THE EMISSIONS TEST. THEY ASKED ME TO FIX CODE P0421.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-01
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ISSUE WITH LATCH HOOK. *LD
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-01
- VIN: 4A3AK34T98E
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DASH OF MY CAR STARTING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE JUST STARTED POPPING APART IT'S COME APART ALL THE WAY UP TO THE RADIO AND NOW MY PASSENGER AIRBAG KEEPS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-15
- VIN: 4A3AK24F88E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY 2008 ECLIPSE HAD AN OPEN RECALL ON ISSUES WITH ABS FOR OVER A YEAR. AFTER A YEAR I WAS FINALLY NOTIFIED THAT THE PARTS WERE AVAILABLE TO FIX THE ISSUE. AFTER MUCH HASSLE DEALING WITH THE LOCAL DEAL I TOOK MY CAR IN FOR REPAIR. THE SERVICE CENTER CLAIMED TO HAVE FIXED THE PROBLEM. HOWEVER NOW MY CAR IS NO LEAKING BRAKE FLUID FROM THE ABS. I CONTACTED CUSTOMER SERVICE AND WAS TOLD I NEED TO TAKE THE CAR TO A SERVICE CENTER TO BE LOOKED AT. NORMALLY NO ISSUE THAT THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP RECENTLY CLOSED AND THE NEXT CLOSEST ONE IS OVER 100 MILES AWAY. AS MY CAR IS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID IT HAS BEEN DEEMED UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I WAS TOLD I WOULD HAVE TO PAY TO HAVE THE CAR TOWED TO A SERVICE CENTER TO BE LOOKED AT BUT THEY WOULD NOT GUARANTEE THAT IT WOULD BE FIXED. AS THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH ABS SYSTEM AND AN OPEN RECALL THIS IS TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE. CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLD ME IT WAS NOT THEIR CONCERN ON GETTING THE CAR TO BE FIXED AND IT DID NOT MATTER THAT THERE WERE NO SERVICE CENTERS WHERE I LIVED. I WAS ALSO TOLD THAT IT WAS NOT THEIR PROBLEM. AS THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED BY THEM AND HAS THEIR NAME I FIND THIS TOTALLY LAUGHABLE. IT IS OBVIOUS THAT THIS COMPANY HAS NO CONCERNS FOR THEIR CUSTOMERS AND HAS NO INTENTION OF FIXING AN KNOW ISSUE AS IT IS AN OPEN RECALL.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4A3AK24F38E
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE CONTACT STRUCK AN ANIMAL AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STRUCK A GUARDRAIL AND THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE LANDING IN AN EMBANKMENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ON THE DRIVER SIDE. ALL THE OTHER AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A CONTUSION AND SPRAINED WRIST, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS AWAITING APPRAISAL FROM THE CONTACT'S INSURANCE ADJUSTER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 118,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-18
- VIN: 4A3AK24F08E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: JULY ,2015 I RECEIVED A RECALL ON MY ABS HYDRAULIC UNIT AND BEFORE I GOT INTO WARRANTY SERVICE. ONE EVENING I WAS ABLE TO STOP MY BRAKES MADE A GRIDDING NOISE AND PUSHED TO FLOOR. I WENT IN IN AND THE BLEED BRAKE AND LET ME GO. AND IT HAPPEN AGAIN AND I WENT IN TO WARRANTY DEPT.. THEY DID THE SAME TIHING. THEY SAID THEY LOOK FOR LEAKS AND TAKE PICURES AND THAT IT.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-22
- VIN: 4A3AK24F88E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER DID NOT GIVE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT WAS NOT EXPERIENCING A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 06/21/16*LJ
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-14
- VIN: 4A3AK64F68E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES WERE PREVIOUSLY REPLACED TWICE DUE TO CORROSION. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 60,000. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-10
- VIN: 4A3AL25F58E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A DELAYED RESPONSE AND A VIBRATION WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS BEING APPLIED. THE BRAKE PEDAL DID NOT FULLY ENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THERE WAS EXCESSIVE AIR IN THE BRAKES AND THAT FURTHER DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WAS REQUIRED TO DETERMINE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT LATER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). FOR MONTHS, THE DEALER INDICATED THAT THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO WAIT TO RECEIVE A SECOND NOTIFICATION LETTER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-24
- VIN: 4A3AK24FX8E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) 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 MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-09
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4A3AK24F18E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND ATTEMPTING TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC), BUT THE REMEDY FAILED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-06
- VIN: 4A3AK24FX8E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000(SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); HOWEVER, THE REMEDY OR PART FOR THE RECALL WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-05
- VIN: 4A3AK24F08E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE FROM MITSUBISHI MOTORS IN JULY OF 2015. THE NOTICE IS REGARDING A DEFECT WITH THE ANTILOCK BREAKING SYSTEM HYDRAULIC UNIT. THE LETTER SAYS I WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN THE PARTS ARE AVAILABLE. I HAVE CALLED THE LOCAL MITSUBISHI DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAY THE PARTS ARE NOT READING I AM STILL ON A WAIT LIST. WHEN OPERATING THE CAR SOMETIMES THE BREAKS GO QUITE FAR DOWN TOWARDS THE FLOOR. IT HAS BEEN TOO LONG TO WAIT FOR THESE PARTS GIVEN THERE IS A DEFECT WITH THE BRAKES.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-06
- VIN: 4A3AK24F78E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. ..UPDATED 03/17/16 *BF UPDATED 04/14/16.*JB
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-19
- VIN: 4A3AK64F98E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE BRAKES MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND THE PEDAL WAS SOFT. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXCESSIVE PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. 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 MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-29
- VIN: 4A3AL25F08E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE BRAKES SEIZED. THE VEHICLE FINALLY CAME TO A STOP AS THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S HOME. THE FAILURE OCCURRED AT LEAST A DOZEN TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AGAIN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 156V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-04
- VIN: 4A3AK24F18E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE '08 DURING THE YEAR 2015, I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY BRAKES WHEN I DRIVE OVER BUMPS QUICKLY OR HIT A DIP IN THE ROAD. EACH TIME THIS HAPPENS, MY BRAKES PRACTICALLY LOSE ALL PRESSURE. I HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND PUMP MY BRAKES A NUMBER OF TIMES TO GET THE PRESSURE BACK UP. I HAVE BROUGHT MY VEHICLE THREE TIMES TO A PRIVATE BRAKE COMPANY AND HAD MY BRAKE SYSTEM INSPECTED AND BRAKE PADS REPLACED FIRST AND LATER HAD THE BRAKE SYSTEM INSPECTED IN THE LATTER VISITS. WHEN I STILL CONTINUED TO HAVE THIS PROBLEM, I BROUGHT MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS INFORMED THAT THERE DEFINITELY HAS BEEN A RECALL ON THE MITSUBISHI ECLIPSES. THEY TOLD ME THE PROBLEM WITH MY BRAKES WAS BECAUSE THERE WAS A FLUID LEAK FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER. I PAID OUT OF MY OWN POCKET TO HAVE WHATEVER NEEDED FIXED IN MY BRAKING SYSTEM FIXED BY THEM IN OCTOBER 2015. APPROXIMATELY LESS THAN FOUR MONTHS LATER, I WAS ON THE FREEWAY (AND OF COURSE PEOPLE DRIVE FAST AND THERE WERE CARS ALL AROUND ME), I HIT A DIP IN THE ROAD AND MY BRAKES ALMOST WENT OUT. IT SCARED ME SO BAD! I HAD TO PULL OVER THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND PUMP MY BRAKES AGAIN TO GET THE PRESSURE BACK UP. I HAVE OWN OTHER VEHICLES FOR YEARS AND NEVER HAD THIS ISSUE UNTIL I OWNED THIS PARTICULAR TYPE VEHICLE. SO WHATEVER THEY FIXED DID NOT WORK BECAUSE I SHOULD NOT HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AFTER THE DEALERSHIP 'SUPPOSEDLY' FIXED IT WITH NEW PARTS. I BROUGHT IT BACK TO THE SAME DEALERSHIP IN FEBRUARY 2016 AND THEY STATED THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH MY BRAKE SYSTEM AND REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING ELSE ABOUT IT. I DRIVE THIS VEHICLE EVERYDAY SO I KNOW WHEN SOMETHING 'JUST DOESN'T FEEL RIGHT'. I COULD HAVE BEEN IN A SERIOUS ACCIDENT OR DIED BECAUSE I COULD NOT STOP MY VEHICLE AND THIS NEEDS TO BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY BEFOREHAND NOT AFTER MYSELF OR SOME ELSE DIES.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-31
- VIN: 4A3AL25F18E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 04/06/16*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE NEEDED BRAKE ADDED FLUID TWICE A MONTH. *JS
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-13
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4A3AK24F78E
- Components: POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE SPUN OUT OF CONTROL AND THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED INDEPENDENTLY INTO THE REVERSE POSITION, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A TREE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE HEAD, RIGHT ARM, AND FINGERS. THE CONTACT ALSO SUFFERED FROM A LARGE HEMATOMA ON THE RIGHT HIP. THE FRONT PASSENGER SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED FOR THE INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED TO A SALVAGE FACILITY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-02
- VIN: 4A3AK24F48E
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICS). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,831.
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
- Summary: 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.
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I purchased my GT-SE two years ago with less than 40k miles on it for less than $9,000. I think it's a great deal for a car that originally sold for 30k. Currently, it has 57k miles on it. The power and torque are great. I drive it hard and use that 263 HP and 260lbs of torque. When the MIVEC opens up those exhaust valves at around 3500 RPM, you can definitely feel and hear it, especially with my K&N short ram intake. Lowering it with springs or coil overs really helps with the looks and handling. Adding a stiffer rear sway bar also helps with the understeer. The turning radius is not great, though. The factory Rockford Fosgate stereo is a great feature to have. The rear wing makes seeing clearly out of the rear window impossible, but in my opinion, the Eclipse looks terrible without it. For most of my ownership, I have a recurring check engine light for a bad O2 sensor or catalytic converter, but I put a new sensor in every year before inspection, and it keeps the light off long enough to pass. Performance isn't affected by whatever the problem is thus far. In mixed driving, I get 23 MPG, which is not great considering you need premium fuel in the V6. But the performance is good enough for me to ignore the fuel cost. If these cars were 500 pounds lighter, they would be incredible. The driver and passenger seats are very roomy, but the rear seats are useless for anyone over 5'3. These cars are known to have a rattle coming from the clutch. Mine started doing it at around 50k miles. My mechanic told me to let it go. From what I read, it's clutch disk springs? The noise goes away when the pedal is depressed. It doesn't affect shifting as of yet. I know it may sound like there are a lot of drawbacks to these cars, but I think it's fun enough to drive that I ignore the not-so-good stuff. I highly recommend buying one. And this is coming from someone who's owned a 2008 Mustang Shelby GT and a 2010 Corvette. I truly enjoy my Eclipse almost as much as those cars.
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I love Eclipses! I used to have a '96, and recently an '08 Versa (which was a bit dull). I just got this 2008 Eclipse GS in Rave Red (such a beautiful color!). What a difference between the Versa and this car. This car makes driving a thrill again! I absolutely love it!
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You've done your research and looked at many competitors in this price range, including Sky, GTI, Speed3, M-X5, and more. While they were all nice cars, they seemed to be designed for people who are 5'4 and weigh 98 pounds. As someone who is 6'1
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I used to own a 98' Eclipse GS which lasted for 11 years. Recently, I decided to trade it in for an 08 model and I must say, I couldn't be happier with my decision. The car is stylish and affordable, and in my opinion, it has great gas mileage. It also provides a smooth ride, and I have even pushed it to its max speed of 155 mph on the interstate, and it still felt smooth. The only downside is that it's quite heavy for a sports car, weighing in at 3550 lbs, which can make cornering a bit difficult on the tires unless you take them extremely slow. However, I'm used to this issue as my previous Eclipse had the same problem. Overall, I absolutely love my car, and it never fails to attract attention.
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I needed a reliable and fuel-efficient vehicle, and the Eclipse caught my eye! This car drives incredibly smoothly and has impressive acceleration for a 4-cylinder. I opted for the SE edition, which includes a sunroof and an amazing Rock Ford Fosgate sound system complete with a subwoofer in the trunk. The front and rear spoilers add a sharp touch to the car's appearance. Overall, I am extremely happy with my purchase and can already see a significant improvement from my previous truck. :)
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Oren Veum 2024-11-29
This car was designed with more emphasis on aesthetics than practicality. It has a weight of over 3500 lb, which is quite heavy for a sport coupe, and a turning circle of 40 ft, which is comparable to that of an SUV. Additionally, it has several blind spots due to its wide pillars and small side windows, as well as small side mirrors. Maneuvering this car in tight spaces may prove challenging. The car also exhibits noticeable understeer. The interior, even with the leather option, features cheap-looking materials, such as plastic on the door handle and middle dash, which detract from the overall experience. The rear seat is primarily intended for storage. A redesign may be necessary.
Arno Funk 2024-06-26
Had the car since Feb 08 and finding too many little things that bother me every time I drive it! Should have rented one first for a week before purchase.
Deon Kertzmann 2024-01-19
Overall, I'm really pleased with this vehicle. While the interior could use a bit of sprucing up, it's generally fine. I particularly love the blue dash at night. The only real downside is that, for a small car, it's quite heavy and has a turning radius more akin to a Super Duty Pickup. So, be sure to give yourself plenty of room when trying to fit into a parking space!