2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse structure problems
31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact stated that while driving, there was an odor of fuel present. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact also indicated that water had leaked from the floor board causing the brake pedal to become slippery. In addition, the…”
filed Sep 28, 2015
“Tl*the contact owns a 2003 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact stated that the hatch back and sun roof had water leakage. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was…”
filed Mar 23, 2015
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
TSB-23-00-004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 24, 2023
Structure problems in other Eclipse years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Eclipse | 6 | 14% |
| 2008 Eclipse | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 Eclipse | 5 | 5% |
| 2006 Eclipse | 5 | 5% |
| 2002 Eclipse | 15 | 21% |
| 2001 Eclipse | 21 | 10% |
| 2000 Eclipse | 41 | 13% |
| 1999 Eclipse | 24 | 20% |
| 1998 Eclipse | 11 | 9% |
| 1997 Eclipse | 10 | 7% |
| 1996 Eclipse | 11 | 7% |
| 1995 Eclipse | 12 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.