1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (12 reports).

1Recalls
34Owner complaints
5Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Eclipse?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse recalls

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Recall 98V069001Mar 26, 199824,275 vehicles affected

Most common 1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse problems

Problem areas named in the 34 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train12
Electrical System5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
Suspension5
Engine And Engine Cooling5
Seat Belts4
Visibility3
Latches/Locks/Linkages3
Equipment3
Steering2

What owners report

2007-04-26, Latches/Locks/Linkages
DAY TIME APPX. 60-80 MI. FROM EL PASO, TX , LIC. DRIVER DRIVING APPX. 70 MI. P/HR (80 MI. DAY IS SPEED LIMIT) JUST BEFORE CHK. POINT SIERRA BLANCA, FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIEROD BREAKS CAUSING A MAJOR 1 CAR ROLLOVER INJURING 3 PEOPLE (1 W/MINOR INJURIES, 1 SERIOUS INJURIES, 1 CRITICAL INJURY). 1994 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE GS TOTALED. 2 OF INJURED REQUIRING CONTINUED MEDICAL CARE. HATCHBACK CAME UP, SHATTERED GLASS IN HATCH AND SIDE PANELS. *TR
2001-08-14, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
VEHICLE LOST ALL BRAKING POWE R WHILE ATTEMPTING A GRADUAL STOP ON DRY ROAD CONDITIONS. DEALER HAS YET TO BE CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
2001-08-14, Vehicle Speed Control
VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. DEALER HAS YET TO BE CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
2001-05-29, Seat Belts
DRIVER'S SIDE AUTOMATIC RESTRAINT BELT IS INOPERABLE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK *SLC
2001-04-05, Power Train
TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AT 83,000 UNDER NORMAL USE. THIS CAR WAS NOT IN THE RECALL BUT I BELIEVE IT WAS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT.*AK

1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse questions

Does the 1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse: Power Train:Automatic Transmission. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (12), Electrical System (5), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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