2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Newest first.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 20, 2005, to February 13, 2009, and 2007-2009 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured December 23, 2005, to February 13, 2009. Due to corrosion inside the antil-lock brake system (ABS) unit, one or more of the internal valves may seize.…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A sudden reduction of braking performance may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Owner complaints
71 complaints9 involved a crash4 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags
Wiring harness for air bag system that is under driver seat severed by normal seat movement
- Service brakes, hydraulic
The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH and descending an incline on the road, the contact depressed the brake pedal, and the brake pedal went to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact used the parking…
The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH and descending an incline on the road, the contact depressed the brake pedal, and the brake pedal went to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact used the parking brake to slow down the vehicle. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer because the closest dealer was 2 hours away, and the brakes had failed. The contact was aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V337000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact had called the manufacturer and was advised to find a local independent mechanic, and the manufacturer would ship the parts needed to complete the recall repair. The manufacturer had not included a key computer tool to set the ABS system correctly. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed about the lack of support. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.
- Air bags · Engine
The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, for unknown reasons, he veered off the road, traveled over a hill, and crashed into a dirt pile. The steering wheel air bag failed to deploy. The contact had previously unplugged, the passenger seat air…
The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, for unknown reasons, he veered off the road, traveled over a hill, and crashed into a dirt pile. The steering wheel air bag failed to deploy. The contact had previously unplugged, the passenger seat air bag. The air bag and check engine warning lights were illuminated. After the crash, the curtain and driver's seat air bag were deployed. The contact noticed the passenger's side rear tire was low and had a slash in the side wall. The contact sustained whiplash and pain, and medical attention was provided. The vehicle was towed to his residence. There was no reported fire or police report. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
- Unknown or other
I was driving on I-15 north bound about 06:30pm near the city of Escondido Ca. weather temperature 78°F Incident: Sunroof spontaneously exploded shattering glass. Sunshade visor was closed between vehicles passenger compartment and sunroof.
- Power train · Vehicle speed control
The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while stopped at an intersection with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle accelerated forward inadvertently. The contact had her husband inspect the vehicle and while he attempted to start the vehicle with his foot depressed on…
The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while stopped at an intersection with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle accelerated forward inadvertently. The contact had her husband inspect the vehicle and while he attempted to start the vehicle with his foot depressed on the brake pedal, the vehicle accelerated forward. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.
- Service brakes · Suspension · Unknown or other
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 the accident. There IS a recall on the vin number.
- Service brakes
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, (518) 690-2500) in april of 2016 to be repaired.…
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, (518) 690-2500) in april of 2016 to be repaired. The contact stated that a temporary remedy was performed because the parts were not available to permanently repair the corrosion of the ABS hydraulic unit. However, the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was repaired in 2016. While driving 40 mph over a bump or pothole, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard and the vehicle would become very difficult to stop. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing since the brakes were replaced two months ago. The contact called goldstein mitsubishi and was informed that the vehicle was no longer under warranty and that the repairs were the responsibility of the vehicle owner. The manufacturer was not made aware of the brake failure. The failure mileage was approximately 118,000. The vin was not available.
- Engine
This car IS a 2008 and I don't know if it IS a factory error but IS already asking for the catalyze converter to be changed and it only has 83,000 miles. I know because it didn't pass the emissions test. They asked me to fix code p0421.
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
2008 mitsubishi eclipse. Consumer writes in regards to issue with latch hook. *Ld
- Air bags · Unknown or other
Dash of my car starting on the passenger side just started popping apart it's come apart all the way up to the radio and now my passenger airbag keeps light keeps coming on.
- Service brakes
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 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 car IS no leaking brake fluid from the ABS. I contacted customer service and was told I need to take the car to a service center to be looked at. normally no issue that the local dealership recently closed and the next closest one IS over 100 miles away. as my car IS leaking brake fluid it has been deemed unsafe to drive. I was told I would have to pay to have the car towed to a service center to be looked at but they would not guarantee that it would be fixed. as this IS a known problem with ABS system and an open recall this IS totally unacceptable. customer service told me it was not their concern on getting the car to be fixed and it did not matter that there were no service centers where I lived. I was also told that it was not their problem. as this product IS manufactured by them and has their name I find this totally laughable. it IS obvious that this company has no concerns for their customers and has no intention of fixing an know issue as it IS an open recall.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. While driving 70 mph, the contact struck an animal and lost control of the vehicle. The contact struck a guardrail and the vehicle flipped over several times before landing in an embankment. The contact stated that the curtain air bags deployed on the…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. While driving 70 mph, the contact struck an animal and lost control of the vehicle. The contact struck a guardrail and the vehicle flipped over several times before landing in an embankment. The contact stated that the curtain air bags deployed on the driver side. All the other air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained a contusion and sprained wrist, which required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was awaiting appraisal from the contact's insurance adjuster. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 118,000.
- Service brakes
July ,2015 I received a recall on my ABS hydraulic unit and before I got into warranty service. One evening I was able to stop my brakes made a gridding noise and pushed to floor. I went in in and the bleed brake and let me go. And it happen again and I went in to warranty dept.. They did the same tihing. They said they look for leaks and take picures and that it.
- Service brakes, hydraulic
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact was not experiencing a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. updated 06/21/16*lj
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact stated that the brakes were previously replaced twice due to corrosion. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact stated that the brakes were previously replaced twice due to corrosion. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact stated that there was a delayed response and a vibration when the brake pedal was being applied. The brake pedal did not fully engage. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that there was excessive air in the brakes…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact stated that there was a delayed response and a vibration when the brake pedal was being applied. The brake pedal did not fully engage. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that there was excessive air in the brakes and that further diagnostic testing was required to determine the failure. The contact later received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic). For months, the dealer indicated that the contact would have to wait to receive a second notification letter. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. While driving at various speeds and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the brakes failed and the contact's vehicle rear ended another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. While driving at various speeds and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the brakes failed and the contact's vehicle rear ended another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was previously serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 101,000.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000(service brakes, hydraulic); however, the remedy or part for the recall was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000(service brakes, hydraulic); however, the remedy or part for the recall was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The vin was invalid. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Service brakes
I received a safety recall notice from mitsubishi motors in july of 2015. The notice IS regarding a defect with the antilock breaking system hydraulic unit. The letter says I will be notified when the parts are available. I have called the local mitsubishi dealership and they say the parts are not…
I received a safety recall notice from mitsubishi motors in july of 2015. The notice IS regarding a defect with the antilock breaking system hydraulic unit. The letter says I will be notified when the parts are available. I have called the local mitsubishi dealership and they say the parts are not reading I am still on a wait list. When operating the car sometimes the breaks go quite far down towards the floor. It has been too long to wait for these parts given there IS a defect with the brakes.
- Service brakes, hydraulic
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the parts to do the recall repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the parts to do the recall repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. ..Updated 03/17/16 *bf updated 04/14/16.*jb
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. While driving approximately 45 mph and attempting to come to a complete stop, the brakes made an abnormal noise and the pedal was soft. The contact had to apply excessive pressure to the brake pedal in order to stop the vehicle. The failure occurred…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. While driving approximately 45 mph and attempting to come to a complete stop, the brakes made an abnormal noise and the pedal was soft. The contact had to apply excessive pressure to the brake pedal in order to stop the vehicle. The failure occurred without warning. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 110,000.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. While driving approximately 30 mph, the brakes seized. The vehicle finally came to a stop as the brake pedal extended to the floorboard. The vehicle was driven to the contact's home. The failure occurred at least a dozen times. The vehicle was…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. While driving approximately 30 mph, the brakes seized. The vehicle finally came to a stop as the brake pedal extended to the floorboard. The vehicle was driven to the contact's home. The failure occurred at least a dozen times. The vehicle was previously repaired by an independent mechanic for a brake system failure. The vehicle was not repaired again. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 156v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
- Service brakes
My mitsubishi eclipse '08 during the year 2015, I have been having problems with my brakes when I drive over bumps quickly or hit a dip in the road. each time this happens, my brakes practically lose all pressure. I had to pull over to the side of the road and pump my brakes a number of times to…
My mitsubishi eclipse '08 during the year 2015, I have been having problems with my brakes when I drive over bumps quickly or hit a dip in the road. each time this happens, my brakes practically lose all pressure. I had to pull over to the side of the road and pump my brakes a number of times to get the pressure back up. I have brought my vehicle three times to a private brake company and had my brake system inspected and brake pads replaced first and later had the brake system inspected in the latter visits. when I still continued to have this problem, I brought my vehicle to the dealership and was informed that there definitely has been a recall on the mitsubishi eclipses. they told me the problem with my brakes was because there was a fluid leak from the master cylinder into the brake booster. I paid out of my own pocket to have whatever needed fixed in my braking system fixed by them in october 2015. approximately less than four months later, I was on the freeway (and of course people drive fast and there were cars all around me), I hit a dip in the road and my brakes almost went out. it scared me so bad! I had to pull over the side of the road and pump my brakes again to get the pressure back up. I have own other vehicles for years and never had this issue until I owned this particular type vehicle. so whatever they fixed did not work because I should not have experienced the same problem after the dealership 'supposedly' fixed it with new parts. I brought it back to the same dealership in february 2016 and they stated there was nothing wrong with my brake system and refused to do anything else about it. I drive this vehicle everyday so I know when something 'just doesn't feel right'. I could have been in a serious accident or died because I could not stop my vehicle and this needs to be taken seriously beforehand not after myself or some else dies.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact received a recall notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact received a recall notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. updated 04/06/16*lj the consumer stated the vehicle needed brake added fluid twice a month. *Js
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10240443This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10235609This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
- 10235608This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or 100 lbs.
- 10235606This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10211530This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
- 10174065This is an Advanced Technical Information Notice that was sent to dealers, informing them that a catalytic converter warranty extension will be launched December 19, 2013 for certain 2006-2008 Galant V6, 2006-2008 Eclipse V6, and 2007-2008 Eclipse Spyder V6 registered in the states of California, Maine, Massachusetts and Vermont. This warranty extension will also apply to certain 2008 Galant V6, 2008 Eclipse V6, and 2008 Eclipse Spyder V6 registered in the states of Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island. The TSB outlining the warranty extension will be available December 19, 2013 on MEDIC and MDL. Notification letters will be sent to owners of affected vehicles, notifying them of the catalytic converter extended warranty.
- 10173901Due to variations in production, certain exhaust manifold mounted catalytic converters may experience catalyst layer separation on affected vehicles. If this occurs, the MIL will illuminate with DTC P0421 or P0431, "Warm Up Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold" stored in the PCM. Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is extending the catalytic converter warranty only on affected vehicles currently registered in certain states from 8 years / 80,000 miles to 10 years / 120,000 miles.
- 10172523This TSB supercedes TSB-09-42A-015, issued October, 2009, to update affected vehicles, add Outlander Sport and add FAST Key case part numbers. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) integrated key case and FAST Key Transmitter case repair kits are now available. If the plastic parts of the key are broken or missing, but the key functions properly, use the appropriate service parts kit instead of replacing the entire key assembly. When replacing only the key case, it is not necessary to program immobilizer, RKE and OSS functions. For integrated RKE keys, once the electronic components are transferred to the new case, the key can be cut to the vehicle's key code.
- 10170853Caution statements regarding the disposal of certain SRS components have been incorrect in the service manuals of affected vehicles. This TSB provides updated caution statements.
- 10170852This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
- 10170763The door lock switch rocker button is now available separately. This TSB provides replacement instructions for the affected service manuals.
- 10170694The driver's side central door lock switch rocker button is now available through spare parts. It is no longer necessary to replace the entire switch assembly for a broken switch rocker button. This TSB provides the part number and instructions for installation of a new drivers central door lock switch rocker button.
- 10170107This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170106This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170104This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170103This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170102This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170101This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170100This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170099This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
- 10170097This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170096This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170087This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170086This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170074This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170071This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170070This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
- 10169006This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10163703This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
- 10152965This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Rear Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to update the special service tool used in replacement of the Toe Control Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover.
- 10130469This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10130468This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
- 10054659Mitsubishi: see document search button for owner letter. Certain exhaust manifold mounted catalytic converters will experience catalyst layer separation due to production variations and will cause malfunction indicator lamp (mil) to illuminate. Model 2006-2008 galant, eclipse, eclipse spyder.
- 10046519Mitsubishi: 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, 2010-12 lancer/lancer sportback & galant, 2008-12 eclipse/eclipse spyder, 2004-11 endeavor.
- 10030267Mitsubishi: 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 ground can cause coils to overheat.
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