2003 Acura RSX vs 2003 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 | 2003 Acura RSX | 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 25 | 124 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 71 | 92 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–26 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 38,973 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RSX | Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 0 | 31 |
| Power Train | 8 | 20 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 10 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 12 |
| Visibility | 1 | 10 |
| Tires | 0 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
2003 Acura RSX
2003 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.