2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder vs 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder
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 | 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 81 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 121 | 77 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 42,650 mi | 92,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 37 | 1 |
| Structure | 9 | 7 |
| Power Train | 11 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 4 |
| Tires | 4 | 4 |
| Visibility | 4 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder
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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.