repaired · 2017 Q3
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Risk. A sudden reduction of braking performance may increase the risk of a crash.
2006 Mitsubishi EclipseProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 99 owner complaints about the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-337 the manufacturer reports only 32% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 24, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: Cutlass, CC0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse has problems
99 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
57Service brakes4 crash/fire/injury
16Service brakes, hydraulic1 crash/fire/injury
11Air bags7 crash/fire/injury
6Power train
5Tires
5Structure
3Electrical system
2Engine and engine cooling
2Wheels
66 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 57 | 4 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 16 | 1 |
| Air bags | 11 | 7 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Tires | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| 6 other systems | 6 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
no report yet
Foundation components: master cylinder
Risk. SHOULD THIS CONDITION OCCUR, THE BRAKING DISTANCE REQUIRED TO STOP THE VEHICLE MAY INCREASE AND COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
no report yet
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. 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.
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.
Mileage at failure
When do service brakes problems start?
84kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 35 service brakes complaints. 66% were reported before 100,000 miles.
0under 30k miles23under 100k miles12100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2006 vs. every other Eclipse 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 median. How we score
'90'91'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse safety ratings
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse 2-DR 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 owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle went in for repair in March of 2025 for an open recall for the brakes. 3 months later the vehicle is experiencing brake issues related to a brake booster/master cylinder that was also recalled. Replacement is needed asap
My in insurance has a recall page and when I went on there. My car was on there for ABS. My ABS light been on since I got the car 6 months ago
There was a previous recall on the anti braking system. Prior to the recall I had noticed that the ABS light was always coming on & I also noticed the brakes were at times seemed to be grabbing metal & not working. I took the car in to get fixed with the recall notice. Everything was fine until now…
Own a 2006 Eclipse?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.