1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs 1997 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 | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 159 | 136 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 82 | 81 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 19–24 |
| Median reported mileage | 89,200 mi | 98,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Eclipse | Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 26 | 41 |
| Suspension | 27 | 16 |
| Power Train | 16 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 24 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 14 |
| Structure | 11 | 10 |
| Steering | 9 | 7 |
| Wheels | 6 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 0 |
| Stalling | 8 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
1997 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.