mitsubishi Eclipse problems
0 safety recalls. 70 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 3 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE…
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…
DEAR REPRESENTATIVE SERIOUS ANTI LOCK HYDRAULIC BRAKE FAILURE. WHEN I HAD TO BRAKE THE OTHER DAY I HAD LOW BRAKE PRESSURE AND BRAKE PEDAL ALMOST WENT TO THE FLOOR WHEN I HAD TO COME A STOP. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ITEM. I HAD MY THE CAR TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE SERVICE…
I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE IN JULY OF 2015. IT IS NOW FIVE MONTHS LATER AND THEY STILL HAVEN'T FIXED THE ISSUE. MY BRAKE PEDAL SOMETIMES DOESN'T WORK PROPERLY AND MAKES A SUCKING SOUND WHEN THE PEDAL IS RELEASED. I CALLED MITSUBISHI AND THEY SAID TO BRING IT TO A…
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Common questions
Is the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 70 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 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.
What's the most common problem on the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 54 complaints filed. 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. 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 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 70 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 aren't always better value.