2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs 2002 Saturn SC
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 | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2002 Saturn SC |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 73 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 123 | 51 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 26–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 47,797 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Eclipse | Saturn SC |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29 | 0 |
| Structure | 15 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 12 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 6 |
| Tires | 6 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
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.