2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 21about this part
- Share
- 7%of 308 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 21 complaints about the visibility of the 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 7% of the 308 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased my car new from modesto Mitsubishi. At the time it was noted that the sunfroof molding was not installed correctly and was to be replaced. I started having problems with overheating, electrical malfuntions, mirrors, clock, casette door defect, also sunroof opened only while getting on highway. I took vehicle to dealer, and ended up having to rent a car for about 3 1/2 weeks while they replaced warped head. When I picked up my car, the sunroof molding still not replaced, the car stereo I was told they had to order, the sunroof I was told was ok. …”
NHTSA complaint #10068441, filed 2004-05, 28,776 miles“Washer fluid hose failed (broke) at hood attachment point, making windshield washers inoperative. Unable to clean window during inclement winter weather conditions (salt, sand), causing reduced visibility until can be manually cleaned after stopping. Possible cause incorrect/poor routing of hose in and through body paneling, causing excessive wear and/or strain on hose when hood opened, leading to premature failure of hose.”
NHTSA complaint #10050707, filed 2003-12, 69,500 miles“Both windows developed cracks on the sides without the windows being hit or t being involved in an accident. Vehicle was taken to a dealership, who indicated that there wa s a technical bulletin on this issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10065233, filed 2004-03, 53,000 miles“The contact owns a 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the turn signal and headlights failed. The contact stated that the high beam failed to operate correctly whether the vehicle was turned or not. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 99V305001 (Exterior Lighting, Visibility). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11478198, filed 2022-08, 140,000 miles“When the front doors are opened then closed, a signifigant amount of water is on the window. I believe water is being retained within the door. In cold weather, the windows froze in the closed position. After setting in the sun, the windows functioned normally, but water was evident on them after being opened. The doors froze again the next day. After a carwash or rain, the dry windows can be actuated, and are then very wet. I am concerned about the internal window components rusting.”
NHTSA complaint #721076, filed 2000-04Related recalls
- 99V305001Nov 1, 1999Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The column switch levers can become loose or break over time.Covers: Mitsubishi Eclipse 2000, Galant 1999–2000
Related service bulletins
- 10170074Aug 28, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170087Dec 7, 2012This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 1% |
| 2003 | 13 | 10% |
| 2002 | 2 | 3% |
| 2001 | 14 | 7% |
| 2000 | 21 | 7% |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 | 7 | 5% |
| 1997 | 7 | 5% |
| 1996 | 6 | 4% |
| 1995 | 6 | 2% |
| 1994 | 3 | 9% |
| 1993 | 1 | 3% |
| 1992 | 2 | 4% |
| 1990 | 2 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
128 complaintsBody and structure
41 complaintsExterior lighting
25 complaintsElectrical system
21 complaintsTires
19 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsOther or unknown
13 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology