Mitsubishi Eclipse 2008

Model Eclipse made in 2008 by Mitsubishi got 13 consumer complains as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags and electrical system. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment and steering. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.4 and 3.8.

Model 2008

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
2.4 4Semiautomatic, 4 gearsF20/26/2224.9205/36.5387/29.0817Regular1911SUBCOMPACT CARS2-Apr-07
2.4 4Manual, 5 gearsF20/28/2325.1553/38.6329/29.8398Regular1827SUBCOMPACT CARS2-Apr-07
3.8 6Semiautomatic, 5 gearsF17/25/2021.025/35.5419/25.7596Premium2250SUBCOMPACT CARS2-Apr-07
3.8 6Manual, 6 gearsF16/25/1920/35.4254/24.8739Premium2367SUBCOMPACT CARS2-Apr-07

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL
GRP-1604/01/200910030267Mitsubishi: in certain model/model years vehicles, the coils have been found to overheat and possibly melt; check ground point #12 for signs of corrosion, especially if the battery has recently been replaced. high resistance at the ground09/16/2009
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB-12-35-00209/01/201210046519Mitsubishi: on some vehicles, an active stability control (asc) steering wheel sensor has been installed, replacing original sensor. new sensor not to be rotated before installation. models 2007-12 outlander, 2008-11 lancer evolution, 210/15/2012
STEERING
TSB-12-35-00209/01/201210046519Mitsubishi: on some vehicles, an active stability control (asc) steering wheel sensor has been installed, replacing original sensor. new sensor not to be rotated before installation. models 2007-12 outlander, 2008-11 lancer evolution, 210/15/2012

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
AIR BAGS
03/15/201020000
 At about 20000 miles the srs light came on as well as the warning indicator that the passenger was not not buckled up even though i could see they were. also the key can be removed from column without the car in park.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
08/21/20111
 My car suddenly stopped starting. i thought it was the battery so i had that replaced, but upon further inspection it was discovered that my starter had gone bad. i had the starter replaced in august of 2011 (that's too soon for a 2008). on july 16, 2012 i had to have another brand new starter installed in my eclipse. two brand new starters in less than a year is unacceptable and it makes it worse that the car is a 2008. i feel like mitsubishi needs to do a recall on this part. *tr
08/21/2011
 My car suddenly stopped starting. i thought it was the battery so i had that replaced, but upon further inspection it was discovered that my starter had gone bad. i had the starter replaced in august of 2011 (that's too soon for a 2008). on july 16, 2012 i had to have another brand new starter installed in my eclipse. two brand new starters in less than a year is unacceptable and it makes it worse that the car is a 2008. i feel like mitsubishi needs to do a recall on this part.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
03/15/201020000
 At about 20000 miles the srs light came on as well as the warning indicator that the passenger was not not buckled up even though i could see they were. also the key can be removed from column without the car in park.
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
03/15/201020000
 At about 20000 miles the srs light came on as well as the warning indicator that the passenger was not not buckled up even though i could see they were. also the key can be removed from column without the car in park.
SEAT BELTS
03/15/201020000
 At about 20000 miles the srs light came on as well as the warning indicator that the passenger was not not buckled up even though i could see they were. also the key can be removed from column without the car in park.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
10/11/201115000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. the contact stated that while driving, he attempted to engage the brakes but the vehicle did not respond. as a result, he crashed into the rear of another vehicle. a police a report was filed and no injuries were reported. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who was not able to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 15,000.
10/11/201115000
 Tl - the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. the contact stated that while driving, he attempted to engage the brakes but the vehicle did not respond. as a result, he crashed into the rear of another vehicle. a police a report was filed and no injuries were reported. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who was not able to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 15,000. kmj
10/11/201115000
 Tl - the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. the contact stated that while driving he attempted to engaged the brakes but the vehicle did not stop as a result he rear ended another vehicle. a police a report was filed and no injuries were reported. the vehicle was towed to a local shop who was not able to diagnosed the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 15,000. pm
VISIBILITY
01/20/200997000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. he stated that the rearview and sidview mirrors were too close to the vehicle so it was difficult to change lanes or reverse because of inadequate visibility. the dealer was contacted and he was advised that there was nothing he could do because it was the contact's opinion. the manufacturer was contacted but there was no response. the failure and current mileages 97,000...

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