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moderate 66 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450 · see brakes across all vehicles →
Of the 66 brakes complaints filed for the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
Brakes accounts for 67% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 6 categories tracked.
All 2 active brakes recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.
The booster body could separate due to improper crimp joints, resulting in a total loss of brake system performance, which could result in a crash.
Should this condition occur, the braking distance required to stop the vehicle may increase and could lead to a vehicle crash.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TCL OPERATION ON TAKE-OFF. MITSUBISHI TECH TALK.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗ABS (ANTI-LOCKING BRAKE SYSTEM) PUMP NOISE.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗BRAKE BOOSTER PROCEDURES. MITSU TECH TALK.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Owners of 2006 Eclipses describe brake pedals that go soft and travel to the floorboard with little or no stopping power—sometimes self-correcting after a restart, other times not at all. These failures are intermittent and unpredictable, occurring between 5,000 and 164,000 miles, often leaving owners barely able to halt the vehicle in emergency situations. Several report near-misses or actual crashes when brakes failed at city speeds or highway exits.
The core culprit points to the master cylinder, with some owners requiring replacement multiple times. ABS system involvement compounds the problem—brakes sometimes fail specifically when the ABS activates during hard stops or wet conditions. Mitsubishi issued recalls 05V247000, 05V299000, and 15V337000, yet many owners report their VINs were rejected from coverage despite exhibiting the exact symptoms described in the recalls.
Recall 15V337000, issued May 2015, prescribes flushing and inspecting the hydraulic unit, but parts remain unavailable years later. Dealers either can't locate components or refuse to work on the vehicles, leaving owners unable to comply with a safety recall. Mitsubishi refused loaner vehicles and declined financial assistance in multiple cases, telling owners to continue driving cars with failed brakes or tow them at the owner's expense.
Additionally, brake pads wear or fracture prematurely, rotors glaze early, and high-pitched squealing from new pads is deemed "normal" by the manufacturer—patterns mechanics say they've rarely or never seen in other vehicles.
Same Mitsubishi Eclipse brakes reports on nearby years: 2007 · 2008
The brake pedal becomes soft, travels to the floorboard, and brakes lose all or most pressure, causing the vehicle to coast significantly longer to stop or fail to stop entirely. This failure is intermittent and recurring, often returning to normal after restart or after several pump cycles.
When: Reported from 5,000 miles to 164,000 miles; many incidents reported between 30,000 and 100,000 miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal travels to floorboard when depressed; Soft, spongy brake feel; Minimal or no braking response despite pedal pressure; Intermittent failure followed by self-correction after restart; Vehicle coasts long distances before stopping; Brake light illuminates
Codes mentioned: NHTSA 05V247000, NHTSA 05V299000, NHTSA 15V337000
Repairs/costs cited: Master cylinder replacement reported by owners and mechanics; ABS booster and pump replacement mentioned. Dealerships and independent shops report inability to fix due to unavailable parts under recall 15V337000; brake fluid flush and clean per recall 15V337000. One owner replaced master cylinder twice; another had brakes and pads replaced multiple times without resolution.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recalls 05V247000 (service brakes hydraulic), 05V299000 (master cylinder), and 15V337000 (hydraulic system flush/clean) issued. Many owners report Mitsubishi denied coverage stating VIN not included in recall despite exhibiting identical symptoms. Recall 15V337000 initiated May 2015 with extended delays; manufacturer acknowledged 'no repair solution available' in some cases and declined to provide loaners. Owners report dealerships waiting on parts and unable to complete recall repairs.
Brakes fail or lose pressure when ABS is activated, particularly during emergency braking or in wet conditions. ABS warning light may illuminate during or after failure events. Some owners report brakes work better with ABS disabled by repeated pumping.
When: Reported from early ownership; one failure at 70,000 miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Brakes fail when ABS activates; ABS warning light illuminates; Loss of brake pressure during emergency stop with ABS engaged; Vehicle slides through intersection after ABS activation in rain
Codes mentioned: NHTSA 15V337000
Repairs/costs cited: Hydraulic unit flushing and inspection per recall 15V337000 prescribed; however, parts unavailable for completion. One owner reports dealership tested brakes by driving only, refusing to perform prescribed inspection without symptom reproduction.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 15V337000 issued May 2015 for ABS-related brake failures. Manufacturer informed customer there is 'no repair solution available' and refused to provide loaner vehicle, advising continued driving despite safety risk. Dealership claimed unable to make repairs without parts.
Rear brake pads wear prematurely or fracture without warning, and rotors develop early glazing or vibration issues. One owner experienced rotor vibration at only 11,000 miles.
When: Early in vehicle ownership; vibration reported at 11,000 miles; fracture incidents at approximately 35,000 and 97,000 miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Brake vibration in pedal or vehicle; Loud abnormal noise from brakes; Rear brake pads fracture; Brake pads wear prematurely; Rotor glazing
Repairs/costs cited: Rear brake pads replaced twice on one vehicle; rotor polishing and de-glazing performed; brake pads de-glaze and rotors turned on another. Owner estimated $850 for master cylinder, power brake boosters, brake pad de-glaze, and rotor turning.
High-pitched squeal from brake pads begins shortly after installation and progressively worsens. Issue recurs with each new pad set.
When: Approximately one month after new brake pads installed; reported at under 8,000 miles on vehicle.
Symptoms owners cite: High-pitched squeal from brakes; Squeal becomes progressively worse; Squeal returns with each new set of brake pads
Repairs/costs cited: Brake pads replaced three times; Mitsubishi claims this is normal condition despite unusual pattern.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Mitsubishi states condition is normal after first two replacements.
ABS hydraulic fluid leaking from firewall area; brake booster failure; air sounds from brake system. Suggests potential seal or component integrity issues in hydraulic assembly.
When: Reported at 164,000 miles (leak); screaming air sound reported around 45,000 miles on vehicle.
Symptoms owners cite: ABS fluid leaking on firewall; Screaming air sound when brakes released, especially in hot weather; Pinging noise when clutch disengages; Long stopping distances
Codes mentioned: NHTSA 15V337000
Repairs/costs cited: Brake booster replacement mentioned; hydraulic unit flushing and inspection per recall 15V337000. One owner quoted $850 including master cylinder, power brake boosters, de-glaze pads, and rotor turning.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 15V337000 issued; however, parts reported unavailable for repair completion.
Synthesized from 66 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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 recall but they claimed my vehicle was outside of the 2006 recall, yet it appears to be a common issue with other…
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 campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic). However, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The…
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 contact had to replace all four tires for the vehicle. The contact was unable to determine when the recall repair…
Received recall informed no parts have been available to fix the brakes. I've had the car for 2 years brakes have always been mushy no accidents yet and still can't find anyone around to repair
The brakes lost pressure and it took a long time for the car to come to a complete stop. As I was moving very slowly at the time and there was no-one in front of me, nothing awful happened. After that, the brakes were fine until it happened again a few months later. Because it was so quick and sporadic I thought that perhaps I was imagining it! Then in 2011 it happened again and I took it to…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi eclipse. The contact stated that the brake pedal failed and the vehicle would not respond to braking attempts. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the master cylinder needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi eclipse. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the brakes were applied but the vehicle did not immediately respond. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.
Brake pedal became spongy and brakes are not responsive. With no warning the brakes will need to be pushed completely to the floor to stop the car. This will occur for anywhere from a day or two to a few weeks. Symptoms will disappear and occur roughly once every 2 or 3 months. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi eclipse. While driving at 40 MPH, anti-braking system warning light illuminated. 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 manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. VIN tool confirms…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 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 not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 66 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Across the 40 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most brakes failures cluster between 59,000 and 104,000 miles, with the median around 80,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 59,000; a quarter make it past 104,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover brakes issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.