At the shop, Mitsubishi brake issues have a recognizable signature. 319 documented complaints across 22 year-model entries from 2005 to 2022 is consistent with what we see come in. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse tops the list, but the pattern repeats across years. Multiple generations are affected. 34 crash reports and 17 injuries on the record. Severity is real, not theoretical. Across the 150 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 68,007 miles. Repair cost runs around $450 on average — relatively low for an aggregated category. Pulsing, grinding, soft pedal — none of those should sit more than a week. Brake problems compound fast on a vehicle already on the list.
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22 model-year entries · 2005–2022
Mitsubishi brakes problems
319 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Mitsubishi vehicles for brakes issues. 5 active recall campaigns. See brakes across all makes →
Complaints
319
Recalls
5
Year-models
22
Avg fix
$450
34crashes
4fires
17injuries
Worst-affected Mitsubishi model-years for brakes Top 22 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
80 complaints · ~$450 severe
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
66 complaints · 2 recalls · ~$450 moderate
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
54 complaints · ~$450 severe
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander
15 complaints · ~$450 severe
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
11 complaints · ~$450 severe
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander
8 complaints · ~$450 severe
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander
8 complaints · ~$450 severe
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander
8 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2014 Mitsubishi Mirage
8 complaints · ~$450 severe
2015 Mitsubishi Mirage
7 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
7 complaints · 1 recall · ~$450 moderate
2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV
6 complaints · 1 recall · ~$450 severe
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
6 complaints · ~$450 severe
2005 Mitsubishi Galant
6 complaints · 1 recall · ~$450 moderate
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
5 complaints · ~$450 severe
2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
4 complaints · ~$450 severe
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
4 complaints · ~$450 severe
2006 Mitsubishi Raider
4 complaints · ~$450 severe
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander
3 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
3 complaints · ~$450 severe
2007 Mitsubishi Galant
3 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2006 Mitsubishi Galant
3 complaints · ~$450 moderate
Active recalls — Mitsubishi brakes 10 on file
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.
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If the vaccum pump system fails, it will reduce available brake power which would result in lengthened stopping distances, which may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected vacuum pumps free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes, the brake master cylinder, which controls the fluid pressure to the vehicle's brakes, may allow brake fluid to bypass internally during stopping
This may result in a partial loss of braking, increased stopping distances, and could lead to a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. The recall began on october 3, 2005. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
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If the pedal is unable to move back to the proper position, the vehicle may not move as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-008.
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This may temporarily increase the stopping distance of the vehicle and therefore increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake booster check valve free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
On certain sport utility vehicles, the material used to manufacture the front disc brake calipers may be brittle due to improper metallurgy
This could cause fracture of the brake caliper and subsequent unexpected partial loss of braking force, which could result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake caliper if necessary free of charge. The recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
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Without the brake vacuum pump, the driver will experience a sudden loss of braking assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-19-002.
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If the brake vacuum pump stops functioning, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and depending on the affected vehicle, dealers will either reprogram the brake vacuum pump controller, replace the brake vacuum pump or do both, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-007.
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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.
Certain passenger vehicles may have been fitted with a defective brake booster assembly
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.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly free of charge. Owners were notified by telephone on may 24, 2005, to stop driving their vehicles and arrangements were made for a loaner vehicle. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Common questions
How many Mitsubishi brakes complaints are on file with NHTSA?
319 complaints across 22 model-year entries from 2005 to 2022. 5 active recall campaigns cover brakes issues across the Mitsubishi lineup.
Which Mitsubishi model has the most brakes complaints?
The 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse leads with 80 complaints in this category. Next: 2006 Eclipse (66) and 2008 Eclipse (54).
What does it cost to fix Mitsubishi brakes problems?
Independent shops average $450 for brakes repairs across the Mitsubishi lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Mitsubishi brakes recalls?
Yes — 10 active recall campaigns cover brakes on Mitsubishi vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Mitsubishi.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.