2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (13) · Structure:body (2) · Tires (1)
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Safety recalls (1)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/Module 2015-06-02 · campaign 15V337000 · 74,836 vehicles
Defect: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 20, 2005, to February 13, 2009, and 2007-2009 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured December 23, 2005, to February 13, 2009. Due to corrosion inside the antil-lock brake system (ABS) unit, one or more of the internal valves may seize. In a braking event that uses the ABS, a seized valve would increase brake pedal travel and reduce braking ability.
Risk: A sudden reduction of braking performance may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, flush and clean the ABS hydraulic unit using high grade brake fluid, free of charge. If the inspection shows that the valves may seize, the ABS unit will be replaced. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-004.
Service bulletins (33)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2023-07-21 · DEALER LETTER · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a dealer letter sent to dealers informing that mitsubishi technical training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
Structure 2023-04-24 · TSB-23-00-004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this technical service bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2023-04-24 · TSB-23-00-001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this technical service bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) or 100 lbs.
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2023-04-21 · DEALER LETTER · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a dealer letter sent to dealers informing that mitsubishi technical training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
Unknown Or Other 2022-04-07 · TSB-22-54-003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this technical service bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
Equipment 2019-11-26 · TT253 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Showing the 6 most recent of 33 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2017-07-14 · Service Brakes · 112,000 mi · 💥 crash“tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi eclipse spyder. while the contact's daughter was driving 30 mph, the driver depressed the brake pedal, but the brakes failed. as a result, the driver struck the rear of another vehicle. the air bags failed to deploy. the driver sustained injuries to the head, neck, and spine and lost consciousness. medical att…”
2017-02-25 · Unknown Or Other · 70,000 mi“the dashboard facia is pulling away from upper dash where a lip is suppose to keep it retained. also, the door spring to keep the door open broke and the door will close unless you keep some force on it while getting in or out. both items occurred at approx 70,000 miles.…”
2016-02-16 · Service Brakes · 10 mi · 💥 crash“i was driving my wifes 2007 mitsubishi eclipse spider home from the store when deer ran out in front of me going 25 mph went to apply the brakes pedal went to the floor causing me to go offroad instead of stopping ending up in a ditch…”
2016-02-01 · Service Brakes“tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi eclipse spyder. the contact recieved notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the contact had not experienced a failure. …”
2015-12-16 · Service Brakes“tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi eclipse spyder. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and stated that the part was not available to receive the repair from the dealer for an extended period. the service engine warning light illuminated intermittently. the date was undetermined of wh…”
2015-11-23 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic“tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi eclipse spyder. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was aware of the is…”
2015-10-29 · Service Brakes · 48,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi eclipse spyder. while driving at approximately 45 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle hesitated to stop. the failure recurred multiple times on a wet surface. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the parts were unavailable to…”
2015-10-08 · Service Brakes · 45,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi eclipse spyder. while depressing the brake pedal, the brake sensor light would illuminate. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the abs hydraulic unit was faulty. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact received the recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (brake system) in july o…”
2015-09-21 · Service Brakes · 66,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi eclipse spyder. while driving 30 mph, the brakes failed to active and almost caused a crash. the contact received a manufacturer's recall notification related to the failure; however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for th…”
2015-09-09 · Service Brakes“tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi eclipse spyder. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle did not stop. the brake pedal was released and depressed again in order for the brakes to respond. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v337000 (service brakes, hydrau…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.