2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 51 on record.
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse recalls 5
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.
Fix: 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.
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.
Fix: 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 EX…
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 th…
Fix: 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 reca…
CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST 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."
Fix: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. 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.
Fix: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 166 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,879) with the same model 3 model-years older ($1,155), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse trims & engines on record
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse vehicles on record
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44G53E011753
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44GX3E160305
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74HX3E142381
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44GX3E211821
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS4A3AC34G23E028231
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AC84H43E079915
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74H93E110943
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44GX3E191666
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44G23E048405
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74H73E007813
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44G63E089538
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74H03E115769
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44G13E031143
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AC84H73E020700
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74H33E015147
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74H23E018251
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AC84H63E025533
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44G13E203512
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44G23E101068
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AC84H93E018852
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AC84H63E179675
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AC84H73E189017
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44G23E015274
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44G23E015503
Other Mitsubishi Eclipse model years
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse — frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Based on 166 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, visibility/wiper, structure.
What gas mileage does the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 26 highway).
How much is a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse worth?
Comparable 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse listings run roughly $600–$3,600, typically around $1,879 (from 47 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.