1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 212 | 34 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 21 | 12 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 28 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 18–24 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 60 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 56 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 22 | 4 |
| Power Train | 16 | 10 |
| Visibility | 16 | 3 |
| Structure | 13 | 1 |
| Suspension | 8 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
1994 Chevrolet Cavalier
1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.