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.
2008 Mitsubishi EclipseProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 71 owner complaints about the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 15V-337 the manufacturer reports only 32% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 12, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has problems
71 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
50Service brakes6 crash/fire/injury
8Service brakes, hydraulic1 crash/fire/injury
6Air bags2 crash/fire/injury
3Electrical system
2Engine
2Vehicle speed control
2Latches/locks/linkages
2Power train
1Visibility
44 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 50 | 6 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 8 | 1 |
| Air bags | 6 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2008 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.
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?
72kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 33 service brakes complaints. 82% were reported before 100,000 miles.
1under 30k miles27under 100k miles6100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2008 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
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse safety ratings
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse 2-DR w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Optional
- 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.
MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING THE ECLIPSE, SHE TURNED ONTO A SIDE STREET AND THE CAR SPUN OUT OF CONTROL CAUSING HER TO HIT A PARKED CAR. THE PASSENGER SIDE TIRE IS SIDEWAYS, I HAVE PICTURES OF THE CAR AFTER THE ACCIDENT. MY INSURANCE COMPANY TOTALED THE CAR. THE POLICE ARE SAYING SHE WAS AT FAULT FOR…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) IN JULY OF 2015. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GOLDSTEIN MITSUBISHI (613 NEW LOUDON RD, LATHAM, NY 12110, [PHONE]) IN APRIL OF 2016 TO BE REPAIRED. THE…
MY 2008 ECLIPSE HAD AN OPEN RECALL ON ISSUES WITH ABS FOR OVER A YEAR. AFTER A YEAR I WAS FINALLY NOTIFIED THAT THE PARTS WERE AVAILABLE TO FIX THE ISSUE. AFTER MUCH HASSLE DEALING WITH THE LOCAL DEAL I TOOK MY CAR IN FOR REPAIR. THE SERVICE CENTER CLAIMED TO HAVE FIXED THE PROBLEM. HOWEVER NOW MY…
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