2002 BMW 325CI vs 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 BMW 325CI | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 29 | 73 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 16 | 123 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 47,797 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 325CI | Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 0 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 22 | 2 |
| Structure | 2 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 5 |
| Tires | 0 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3 |
| Power Train | 0 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2002 BMW 325CI
2002 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.