Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 104 complaints for the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse, a high safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

104

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

15V3380002015-02-06

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 22, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in such a position that, if the passenger frontal air bag deploys, the passenger side sun visor may detach.

If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 104 issues reported over 1 model years, wheels problems are the most common for the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Wheels30

02Structure19

03Engine And Engine Cooling6

04Power Train5

05Air Bags5

104 total across 1 model years (2002–2002)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mitsubishi Eclipse Fuel Economy

20–23mpg combined

17-20city

24-28hwy

$2,950-$4,100/yr

The 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse delivers 20 to 23 MPG combined across 9 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Eclipse - Manual 5-spd

23mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city28 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor

Eclipse Spyder - Manual 5-spd

22mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city27 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

Eclipse - Automatic 4-spd

21mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city25 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Eclipse - Manual 5-spd

21mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor

Eclipse Spyder - Manual 5-spd

21mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor

Eclipse - Automatic (S4)

20mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city25 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Eclipse - Automatic (S4)

20mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

17 city26 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor

Eclipse Spyder - Automatic (S4)

20mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

17 city24 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Eclipse Spyder - Automatic (S4)

20mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

17 city25 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse

27States

25%in top 3

Illinois has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 27 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

ILIllinois

59%

FLFlorida

59%

AZArizona

47%

WAWashington

47%

OHOhio

47%

DCWashington DC

47%

TXTexas

47%

PAPennsylvania

35%

MIMichigan

24%

MNMinnesota

24%

NJNew Jersey

24%

NYNew York

24%

DE1

MD1

IA1

ID1

MOMissouri

12%

ALAlabama

12%

NENebraska

12%

NH1

SC1

WI1

GAGeorgia

12%

OKOklahoma

12%

CA1

OR1

CO1

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2002.

2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

You'll get between 20 and 23 MPG combined from the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

WHEELS problems top the list with 104 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.