MYRModel Year Report

2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
308
Recalls
10

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Wheels

42% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 47 complaints 1991: 55 complaints 1992: 49 complaints 1992 1993: 37 complaints 1994: 35 complaints 1995: 307 complaints 1995 1996: 159 complaints 1997: 136 complaints 1998: 129 complaints 1999: 120 complaints 2000: 308 complaints 2000 308 2001: 209 complaints 2002: 73 complaints 2003: 124 complaints 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 99 complaints 2007: 107 complaints 2007 2008: 71 complaints 2009: 42 complaints 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 1 complaint 2012: 8 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 47 complaints 1991: 55 complaints 1991 1992: 49 complaints 1993: 37 complaints 1993 1994: 35 complaints 1995: 307 complaints 1995 1996: 159 complaints 1997: 136 complaints 1997 1998: 129 complaints 1999: 120 complaints 2000: 308 complaints 2000 308 2001: 209 complaints 2002: 73 complaints 2003: 124 complaints 2003 2004: 14 complaints 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 99 complaints 2007: 107 complaints 2007 2008: 71 complaints 2009: 42 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2011: 1 complaint 2011 2012: 8 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 47 complaints 1990 1991: 55 complaints 1991 1992: 49 complaints 1992 1993: 37 complaints 1993 1994: 35 complaints 1994 1995: 307 complaints 1995 1996: 159 complaints 1996 1997: 136 complaints 1997 1998: 129 complaints 1998 1999: 120 complaints 1999 2000: 308 complaints 2000 308 2001: 209 complaints 2001 2002: 73 complaints 2002 2003: 124 complaints 2003 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 99 complaints 2006 2007: 107 complaints 2007 2008: 71 complaints 2008 2009: 42 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 1 complaint 2011 2012: 8 complaints 2012

2000: 308 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19860
19870
19880
19892
199047
199155
199249
199337
199435
1995307
1996159
1997136
1998129
1999120
2000308
2001209
200273
2003124
200414
20056
200699
2007107
200871
200942
20101
20111
20128

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Wheels

42% · 129 reports

Most commonly citing rim and multi piece.

CRASHINJURY
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The wheels have failed on more then one occaision, with considerable damage and injuries. Mr

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-22

Structure

13% · 41 reports

Most commonly citing body and door.

FIRE
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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...

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-03-28

Also filed under Engine

Exterior lighting

8% · 25 reports

Most commonly citing headlights and switch.

FIRE

Visibility

7% · 23 reports

Most commonly citing windshield and sun/moon roof assembly.

FIRE

Electrical system

7% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing cables and front underhood.

FIRE
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Wiring harness for the head lamp assembly smoked and burned. Head lamps inoperable.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-25

The 30 amp fuse connection that controls the a/c-heater blower motor, burns out in the fuse block. I have replaced the fuse block 3 times and they end up burning out this circuit.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-30

While driving at night on interstate, one headlight dimmed and then went out completely. Repairshop was unable to repair because headlight socket was melted. Referred me to Mitsubishi dealer.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-26

Safety timeline

10 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1999-12-13Exterior lighting, visibility99V305001 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The column switch levers can become loose or break over time.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a redesigned switch.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2000Complaint volume 308 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2000-02-07Electrical system99V333001 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with V6 engines and federal emission equipment. The battery cable harness can become heat damaged by the front exhaust manifold which could cause…

    Remedy: Dealers will remove and discard a metal manifold bracket (From galant models only - Eclipse has no such bracket). Dealers will also inspect the harness. If the harness wires show no damage, the…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2000-09-20Steering00V225001 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A nut in the steering gear assembly was not properly tightened, resulting in symptoms ranging from steering wheel vibration to stiff steering, and in…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection is found.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2001-03-26Power train01V011001 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. A hose was mis-manufactured and could weaken over time, which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the hose assembly for the automatic transmission oil cooler. Owner notification mailing will be phased over a five-month period starting March 26, through July 23, 2001.…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  6. R
    2001-11-26Steering01V295001 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with V6 engines to federal emission standards. The power steering fluid feed tube can come in contact with an exhaust manifold mounted heat shield…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the power steering tube with one having a new routing. Owner notification began November 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2001-12-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 2002-05-31 Alloy wheel denting and fracturing
  8. I
    2002-05-31Engineering analysisClosed 2003-05-01 Aluminum alloy wheel denting
  9. I
    2005-02-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-06-08 Headlights failure
  10. R
    2006-04-03Exterior lighting06E026000 Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber…

    Remedy: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2006-07-01Exterior lighting06E049000 Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are…

    Remedy: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2006-08-01Exterior lighting06E060000 Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the…

    Remedy: Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2006. Owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2015-07-20Air bags15V338000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

    Remedy: MMNA will notify their owners, and Chrysler will notify the Chrysler and Dodge owners. Dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    Date not on fileEquipment04V428000 Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no.

    Remedy: Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Wheels: 129 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 41 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 25 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V428000 · Equipment
  • Recall 99V305001 · Exterior lighting, visibility
  • Recall 99V333001 · Electrical system
  • Recall 00V225001 · Steering
  • Recall 01V011001 · Power train
  • Recall 01V295001 · Steering
  • Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06E049000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06E060000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 15V338000 · Air bags
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FAQ

Is the 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse have?
10 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.