Loss of steering control when you lose power to the alternator. I was on the highway had to turn the car back on while driving
The worst 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Wheels2
- Body1
- Fuel system1
- Seat belts1
- Steering1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Wheels2
- Body1
- Fuel system1
- Seat belts1
- Steering1
Recalls 4
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
- 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. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-005. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R30.
Recall number 15V338000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.
- Risk
- This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
- 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. In addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. This recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. The notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. Owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1‑787‑251‑8715.
Recall number 04V428000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be improperly molded.
- Risk
- Breakage could result in a leakage of fuel and in the presence of an ignition source, it could result a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump. The recall began on july 26, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi at 1‑800‑222‑0037.
Recall number 04V312000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system. Excessive fuel pressure may result in a leak in the fuel return hose.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel pump pressure. Those vehicles exhibiting higher than normal fuel pump pressure will receive fuel pump modifications. The recall began december 3, 2003. Owners should contact mitsubishi at 1‑800‑222‑0037 or mitsubishi caribbean at 1‑800‑981‑0452.
Recall number 03V442000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 31
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd...
- This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load...
- This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of...
- This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd...
- This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew...
- This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers
- This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
- This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio...
- This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4‑cyl | FWD | 18-20 | 24-28 | 20-23 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 25-26 | 21 |
What 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Paint is fading, spots are appearing. Car is garage kept and polished every 6 months by professional service.
Wheel came off without hitting anything 17 inch alloy wheel rims on 2-8-08 at 2:30 pm I was driving the lane next to the fast lane on the 210 freeway in la crescenta california at 60mph when suddenly the steering wheel started shaking. I tried to control the car slowly and almost had it under control when I heard a noise. The steering wheel started to shake even more and the engine accelerated. There was no control over the car at all, it spun 3 lanes to the right very fast, hit the berm and ended on its side on the emergency lane. The weather was warm sunny and clear and very little traffic and there were no obstacles on the road the whole drivers side rear wheel came off during the accident with the brakes attached to it. I complained to mitsubishi but all they said it is not a mechanical fault. I still say it was mitsubishi's fault a wheel should just not came off I have 17" alloy wheel rims. Thank god I walked out of this alive with just a small scratch, please check your wheels and brake shoes if you own a 2004 mitsubishi spyder. My car was completely totaled, I would not like to have this happened to someone else who might not be so lucky.
In our 2004 endeavor SUV the back seatbelts come undone without anyone pushing the red release buttons. I have 2 children car seats in the back and this has happened on at least 8 different occasions where the car seat is not buckled in anymore because the seat belt came loose. We took it in on 9-21-07 to dealer but they claim there is nothing wrong, but I have to question this because they only took about 10 minutes to look at it and then said it was fine and this keeps happening and is a real safety issue. I don't want to wait until something terrible happens I would like this to be repaired immediately.
Dt*: the contact stated the needle of the fuel gauge became stuck, and the fuel warning light did not illuminate. After the contact filled the fuel tank, the indicator needle did not move. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer.
Owner of a 2004 eclipse. First problem was end of june 2005 bubble on front right tire, when taken to get replaced found out that rim was cracked on the inside. Bought new tire and rim and had replaced! Second time end of september 2005, took car into get oil changed told them about shaking of the car. Found out that back right rim was cracked and missing a chunk of the rim. New rim was purchased and put on. October 1, 2005 driving home, car was pulled to the right and my car was flipped on to its hood. Most likely car is totaled, still waiting on adjuster. Report still being processed with mitsubishi!!!
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Questions about the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder
Is the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder, fewer than a typical Eclipse Spyder model year.
What is the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder year score?
The 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder scores 89 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder?
Wheels, with 2 complaints. Next is body (1).
How many recalls does the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder have?
4 recalls, covering air bags, equipment and fuel system, gasoline.
What gas mileage does the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder get?
Official estimates for the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder range from 20 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 18-20 city and 24-28 highway.
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