2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse: 1 recall, 42 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #15V337000 · 2015 · 74,836 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 eclipse vehicles manufactured April 20, 2005, to February 13, 2009, and 2007-2009 eclipse spyder vehicles manufactured December 23, 2005, to February 13, 2009. Due to corrosion inside the antil-lock brake system (ABS) unit, one or more of the internal valves May seize. In a braking event that uses the ABS, a seized valve would…
Why it matters: A sudden reduction of braking performance May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, flush and clean the ABS hydraulic unit using high grade brake fluid, free of charge. If the inspection shows that the valves May seize, the ABS unit will be replaced. The recall began on July 21, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (27): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (3).
- Airbags (8): the most common themes are fails to deploy (5).
- Body & structure (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Seat belts (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse has 42 owner complaints, ranking #16 of 23 Eclipse model years for complaints (well below the 93 average). Complaints peaked in 2015 (19 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 67,035 miles. Neighboring years: 2008 (71 complaints, 1 recalls), 2010 (1 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | Regular |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 25 | 19 | Premium |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse problems?
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (27), airbags (8), body & structure (6).
What gas mileage does the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.4 L, Manual 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.