TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CONTACT STRUCK A POTHOLE AND LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A CEMENT WALL AND ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT AND PASSENGER SUSTAINED BACK INJURIES AND BRUISES ON THE STOMACH. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS RECEIVED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE …
2007 mitsubishi Eclipse airbags problems
critical 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100
Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Crashes
6
Avg fix
$1,100
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH AND EXITING THE EXPRESSWAY, THE VEHICLE STRUCK A BUMP IN THE ROAD. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AS THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWAY BACK AND FORTH WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE SPUN AROUND SEVERAL TIMES AND CRASHED INTO A GUARDRAIL, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FRON…
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2007 mitsubishi Eclipse?
It's a serious issue. 8 complaints have been filed, including 6 reports involving a crash and 1 fatality(ies). We've classified it as critical based on NHTSA's reported outcomes.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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