Complaints
150
Crashes
10
Fires
3
Injuries
5
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#114 complaints
Automatic Transmission
Avg mileage:76,750 mi
#214 complaints
Structure:Body:Door
Avg mileage:66,899 mi
#39 complaints
Steering Defects
Avg mileage:161,300 mi
Crash-related:4
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission | 14 | — | — | 76,750 mi | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 14 | — | — | 66,899 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 9 | 4 | — | 161,300 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 8 | — | — | 58,500 mi | |
| Manual Transmission | 7 | — | — | 46,750 mi | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 5 | — | — | 53,750 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | — | — | 180,600 mi | |
| Wheels:Rim | 5 | — | — | 59,972 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 3 | — | 2 | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Other Equipment | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — |
Automatic Transmission
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
76,750
Structure:Body:Door
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
66,899
Steering Defects
9
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
161,300
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
58,500
Manual Transmission
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
46,750
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
53,750
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
180,600
Wheels:Rim
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
59,972
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches / Locks
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse has 150 NHTSA complaints, 10 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Automatic Transmission with 14 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Top reported problems: Automatic Transmission (14 complaints, avg 76,750 mi); Structure:Body:Door (14 complaints, avg 66,899 mi); Steering Defects (9 complaints, avg 161,300 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 85,517 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
NHTSA complaints for the 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse include 10 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Eclipse reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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