1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse

$6,000
from
2
listings
$6K–$9K
price range
Low$6,000
High$9,000
From$6,000
Avg Mileage125,000 mi
Fresh

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Mitsubishi Eclipse Safety & Reliability

Elevated

The 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse's elevated safety profile includes 5 recall campaigns and 161 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

5
Recalls
161
Complaints
23
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
06E0640002006-17-07
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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06E0230002006-13-03
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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06E0440002006-22-05
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN J & A AUTO ACCESSORIES COMBINATION HEADLAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

View at NHTSA
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98V0690011998-26-03
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. LOCKUP OF THE TRANSFER CASE CAN OCCUR DUE TO INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION.

THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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98V0450011998-03-03
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DASH PANEL PAD CAN SHIFT INTERFERRING WITH THE THROTTLE CABLE CONTROL.

THE THROTTLE CABLE CONTROL WOULD NOT RETURN TO IDLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse has accumulated 161 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train21
02Air Bags17
03Structure15
04Engine And Engine Cooling15
05Suspension11
161 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mitsubishi Eclipse Fuel Economy

19–23mpg combined
·
17-20city
·
23-30hwy
·
$2,950-$4,300/yr

With 10 configurations tested, the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse ranges from 19 to 23 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Eclipse - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city30 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Eclipse - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Eclipse Convertible - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Eclipse - Automatic 4-spd
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city28 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Eclipse Convertible - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.3L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Eclipse - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Eclipse Convertible - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.3L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Eclipse - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor
Eclipse Convertible - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor
Eclipse - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse

27States

If you're near Illinois, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 27 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1998.

Buying a 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse a good car to buy?

The 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse has 5 recalls on record. There are 5 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is power train, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

There are 5 documented recalls for the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Fuel economy ranges from 19 to 23 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $481 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

POWER TRAIN is the number-one complaint area for the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse, based on 161 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1998 compare to other Mitsubishi Eclipse years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Mitsubishi Eclipse model years. Visit the Mitsubishi Eclipse buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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