repaired · 2017 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse SpyderProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 27 owner complaints about the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder, most often about the structure. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-338 the manufacturer reports only 3% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 18, 2017. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder has problems
27 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Structure1 crash/fire/injury
4Air bags4 crash/fire/injury
4Tires1 crash/fire/injury
2Visibility
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel system, gasoline
1Wheels
1Vehicle speed control
1Engine
44 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 7 | 1 |
| Air bags | 4 | 4 |
| Tires | 4 | 1 |
| Visibility | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Other: labels
Risk. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
no report yet
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mitsubishi.
Best & worst years
2003 vs. every other Eclipse Spyder year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Eclipse Spyder median. How we score
'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'07'08'09
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder safety ratings
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder Convertible in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: No
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Eclipse Spyder owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TAKATA AIRBAG: MY INCIDENT HAS ALREADY BEEN REPORTED. I AM ADDING THE POLICE REPORT. I AM STILL REQUIRING SURGERY AND UNABLE TO USE MY LEFT ARM 10 MONTHS LATER.
I BOUGHT AN USED 2003 ECLIPSE AND AT THE TIME I DIDN'T REALIZE HOW BADLY CRACKED THE DASHBOARD WAS. TO MY SURPRISE, I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIND AN USED DASHBOARD IN GOOD CONDITION...EVERY SINGLE 2003 ECLIPSE I'VE FOUND AND SEEN HAS THE SAME ISSUE AND AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, THERE HAS NOT BEEN A…
PASSENGER SIDE DOOR BY SIDE MIRROR WATER LEAKS IN. WATER FOULS DOWN THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR AND MAKES A PUDDLE INFRONT OF PASSENGER SEAT. THERE ARE NO CRACKS LOOSE SEALS THAT COULD BE FOUND OR SEEN. IT SEEMS AS IF THE POUNDING OF WATER ON THE SIDE CAUSES WATER TO LEAK IN. *TR
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