1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs 2000 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 | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 129 | 308 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 68 | 140 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,000 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Eclipse | Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 5 | 128 |
| Structure | 11 | 41 |
| Power Train | 28 | 17 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 21 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 11 |
| Visibility | 7 | 21 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 23 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 19 |
| Stalling | 0 | 9 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
1998 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.