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2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse problems
The 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse has 99 NHTSA owner complaints and 4 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, and what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
The 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse has 99 NHTSA owner complaints and 4 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). The most-reported system is brakes at 66 complaints, typically surfacing around 81,007 miles (~$450 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Critical
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Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2006 Eclipse?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average
4 recall campaigns on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
brakes — 66 owner reports
· tends to show around 81,007 mi · ~$450 to fix
airbags — 10 owner reports
· tends to show around 91,234 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
powertrain — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 17,708 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
tires — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 29,383 mi · ~$150 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: airbags is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 91,234 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 4 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 7.0/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2006 Eclipse· brakes
Upon trying to stop, the brake pedal traveled almost to the floor before the brakes became effective. This happens randomly and has almost caused me to hit other cars when stopping. I reported this to Mitsubishi and told them I thought it should be part of an old 2006 warranty…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi eclipse. The contact stated that while at an independent mechanic for routine service, the technician stated that there was ABS fluid leaking on the fire wall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi eclipse. The contact received a notification of a manufacturers recall on the ABS. The dealer stated that there were unable to provide the remedy for the recall repair until the contact received repairs to the clutch assembly and also that…
The top coat, clear coat, of paint has begun to separate from the black paint. This is happening very rapidly and continues to spread over the top of the car. There was a recall for this in late 90's early 2000's for the exact same reason for the exact same color of vehicle.
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A sudden reduction of braking performance may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Mitsubishi is recalling 45,988 my 2005-2007 endeavor, galant, eclipse coupe, and my 2007 eclipse spyder vehicles
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect to see if the left rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket has splitting beyond a specific limit. Vehicles
with moderate to severe splitting will be repaired using a reinforcement cap, a special structural adhesive, and a rivet to reinforce the fuel tank mounting bracket. The recall began on september 20, 2008. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
On certain passenger vehicles, one of four seals inside the master cylinder may have been installed improperly
Should this condition occur, the braking distance required to stop the vehicle may increase and could lead to a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the master cylinder assembly free of charge. The recall began june 28, 2005. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 99 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
The 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average; 4 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Inspect the brakes first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 66 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 81,007 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.0 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 99 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is brakes. Typical failure occurs around 81,007 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 66 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 81,007 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 81,007 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Mitsubishi Eclipse has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 99 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 21 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Mitsubishi/Eclipse.
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