2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Brakes
Brakes leads by volume: 102 of 129 complaints (79%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (9) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 99 in 2006 to 129 in 2007.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | vs. 2007 Minicompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,700–3,900 | 2,700–4,100 | 2,700–4,300 | 2,700–4,100 | 2,700–4,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 20–23 | 19–23 | 18–23 | 19–23 | 19–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 18–20 / 24–28 | 16–20 / 25–28 | 16–20 / 24–28 | 16–20 / 24–28 | 16–20 / 24–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 386–444 | 386–468 | 386–494 | 386–468 | 386–468 | |
| Complaints filed | 8 | 99 | 129 | 87 | 49 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 9 | 19 | 13 | 8 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 5 | 15 | 6 | 5 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 7 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Brakes: 102 of 129 NHTSA complaints (79%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse get?
EPA rates it 18–23 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
EPA estimates $2,700–$4,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (8)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Minicompact Cars | 19 mpg | 26 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,850 | 404 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S4) | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Minicompact Cars | 19 mpg | 26 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,850 | 404 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | $4,300 (high) | 494 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 468 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 20 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | $2,700 (low) | 386 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S4) | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 20 mpg (high) | 26 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,850 | 404 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 25 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 468 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 17 mpg | 26 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 444 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 102 | 12 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 11 | 8 | 0 | 9 | 1 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE · Campaign 15V337000 · Jun 2, 2015
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.
Consequence: A sudden reduction of braking performance may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY · Campaign 08V454000 · Sep 9, 2008
Defect: MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 45,988 MY 2005-2007 ENDEAVOR, GALANT, ECLIPSE COUPE, AND MY 2007 ECLIPSE SPYDER VEHICLES. THE BRACKET THAT IS THE ATTACHMENT POINT FOR THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK MOUNTING STRAP MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED DURING A METAL STAMPING PROCESS. THE PROCESS MAY HAVE CAUSED THE METAL TO HAVE A SPLIT IN THE AREA WHERE THE BOLT THAT HOLDS ONE OF THE TWO FUEL TANK STRAPS TO THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE IS LOCATED. IN THE EVENT THE FUEL TANK IS FULL AND THE VEHICLE IS SUBJECT TO A SEVERE COLLISION, THE BRACKET MAY BREAK AND ALLOW THE FUEL TANK TO DROP DOWN, POSSIBLY CAUSING A FUEL LEAK.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK STRAP MOUNTING BRACKET HAS SPLITTING BEYOND A SPECIFIC LIMIT. VEHICLES WITH MODERATE TO SEVERE SPLITTING WILL BE REPAIRED USING A REINFORCEMENT CAP, A SPECIAL STRUCTURAL ADHESIVE, AND A RIVET TO REINFORCE THE FUEL TANK MOUNTING BRACKET. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · Campaign 06V414000 · Oct 31, 2006
Defect: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE KEY LOCK CABLE WAS IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND MAY NOT ALLOW THE CABLE END TO LOCK INTO THE FLOOR SHIFTER MECHANISM. THIS CAN RESULT IN THE INTERLOCK SYSTEM TO BECOME INOPERATIVE AND ALLOW THE IGNITION KEY TO BE REMOVED WITHOUT THE GEARSHIFT MECHANISM BEING PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION.
Consequence: IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE REMOVING THE KEY AND FAILS TO ENGAGE THE PARKING BRAKE, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE IGNITION INTERLOCK CABLE AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS · Campaign 06V334000 · Sep 7, 2006
Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE METAL FORMING PART OF THE FRONT CROSSMEMBER MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY STAMPED RESULTING IN THE METAL BECOMING THINNER IN THE CROSS-SECTION THAN SPECIFIED. THIS COULD, OVER TIME, RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF THE CROSSMEMBER.
Consequence: BREAKAGE OF THE CROSSMEMBER MAY ALLOW SEPARATION OF THE PASSENGER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM, WHICH MAY RESULT IN THE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE CROSSMEMBER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 888-648-7820.