1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs 1999 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 | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 136 | 120 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 81 | 46 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 98,500 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Eclipse | Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 41 | 18 |
| Power Train | 22 | 25 |
| Structure | 10 | 24 |
| Suspension | 16 | 12 |
| Steering | 7 | 13 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 8 |
| Wheels | 8 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
1999 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.