2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 4%of 308 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 97,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 4% of the 308 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 97,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Also the person that did the sunvisor recall repair gave me a dirty and/ or used passenger side sun visor tether strap assembly. I was also charged 130 dollars for a miscellaneous diagnostic which states could not duplicate customers concern at this time and I would like to have that same 130 dollars refunded back to me and the $160 dollars for air conditioning inspection deducted from the costs of repairs. I had previously taken this vehicle totowsontowne garage in towson md. …”
NHTSA complaint #11342156, filed 2020-07, 240,185 miles“The car makes a sound in the rear when I make a turn.the turning radius is very bad.I wouldn't do a u turn with it.the other issue is that the A/C stopped working on a very hot day.when I turned on the A/C the car turned off this almost caused a accident due to the sudden stop.the dashboard is all cracked.other than that the car seems good.everything else about the car I do like.the paint is peeling off and there seems to be some rust.”
NHTSA complaint #10778312, filed 2015-09, 171,021 miles“Car is a 2000 Eclipse, black. In 2006 the clear coat began to crack then flake off. Started on roof then started on hood, trunk, and panels above windows. The front and back bumpers are not affected. Within 6 months the spots grew larger and the clear coat on the roof is about 70% gone. Called Mitsubishi, they said go to dealer. I went, they took pictures. Mitsubishi said at first they went by a case by case basis, didn't matter that it was a 2000 model. Then they told me they wouldn't help me because it was too far out of warranty. Contradicting statement from the same representative. …”
NHTSA complaint #10181471, filed 2007-02, 78,500 miles“1) a common issue according to the forums and facebook groups, the strut towers rust through which presents a safety issue when considering that the suspension is connected to the steering which could put an individual or others on the road at risk 2) yet another common issue, the dash and associated bezels crack over time. There has been no solution or alternative to complete replacement from anyone, including (I'm sure) Mitsubishi.”
NHTSA complaint #11319608, filed 2020-03, 130,000 miles“I purchased the vehicle in mar 2002. Around the end of 2004 the vehicle's paint job began to oxidize. The condition worsened until the whole hood, top and trunk lid paint were thoroughly oxidized. The tops of each door, the front and rear fenders are also damaged.”
NHTSA complaint #10175027, filed 2006-12, 85,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10211530Apr 7, 2022This 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…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4 | 6% |
| 2007 | 2 | 2% |
| 2006 | 2 | 2% |
| 2005 | 1 | 17% |
| 2004 | 1 | 7% |
| 2003 | 8 | 6% |
| 2002 | 2 | 3% |
| 2001 | 10 | 5% |
| 2000 | 13 | 4% |
| 1999 | 3 | 3% |
| 1998 | 5 | 4% |
| 1997 | 2 | 1% |
| 1996 | 5 | 3% |
| 1995 | 7 | 2% |
| 1994 | 1 | 3% |
| 1993 | 2 | 6% |
| 1992 | 3 | 6% |
| 1990 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
128 complaintsBody and structure
41 complaintsExterior lighting
25 complaintsElectrical system
21 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
21 complaintsTires
19 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsEngine cooling
11 complaintsEquipment
11 complaintsSteering
11 complaintsSuspension
11 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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