2002 Acura RSX vs 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Acura RSX | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 75 | 73 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 123 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–26 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 46,500 mi | 47,797 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RSX | Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 0 | 29 |
| Power Train | 20 | 4 |
| Structure | 5 | 15 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2002 Acura RSX
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.