2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2004 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…
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL RETURN LINE HOSE FITTING ON THE ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP MAY BE IMPROPERLY MOLDED.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 26, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
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 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.
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2004 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 ($2,585) with the same model 4 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.
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse trims & engines on record
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vehicles on record
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44GX4E040666
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74H04E051363
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AC84H34E062038
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AC84H84E054162
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44G44E044390
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44GX4E049674
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74H34E044326
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74H74E054325
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44G94E038911
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74H04E039259
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74H74E059752
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS4A3AC34G74E114796
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AC44G74E048496
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS4A3AC74H14E047709
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse4A3AC74H14E068303
Other Mitsubishi Eclipse model years
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse — frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2004 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 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, service brakes, air bags.
What gas mileage does the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse at about 21 mpg combined (19 city / 26 highway).
How much is a 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse worth?
Comparable 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse listings run roughly $600–$6,495, typically around $2,585 (from 15 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.