Model year guide

2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 60 on record.

2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse — representative photo
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2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints99
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$4,344

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2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse recalls 4

Service Brakes, Hydraulic NHTSA Campaign #05V247000 · 02/06/2005

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN FITTED WITH A DEFECTIVE BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR THE BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE ON MAY 24, 2005, TO STOP DRIVING THEIR VEHICLES AND ARRANGEMENTS WERE MADE FOR A LOANER VEHICLE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder NHTSA Campaign #05V299000 · 27/06/2005

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, ONE OF FOUR SEALS INSIDE THE MASTER CYLINDER MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IMPROPERLY. AS A RESULT, THE MASTER CYLINDER MAY UNEXPECTEDLY BY-PASS HYDRAULIC BRAKING FORCE PRESSURE AND ALLOW A LONGER THAN NORMAL PEDAL STROKE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN JUNE 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module NHTSA Campaign #15V337000 · 02/06/2015

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 20, 2005, to February 13, 2009, and 2007-2009 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured December 23, 2005, to February 13, 2009. Due to corrosion inside the antil-lock brake system (ABS) unit, one or more of the internal valves may seize. In a braking event that uses the ABS, a seized valve would i…

Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, flush and clean the ABS hydraulic unit using high grade brake fluid, free of charge. If the inspection shows that the valves may seize, the ABS unit will be replaced. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at…

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly NHTSA Campaign #08V454000 · 09/09/2008

MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 45,988 MY 2005-2007 ENDEAVOR, GALANT, ECLIPSE COUPE, AND MY 2007 ECLIPSE SPYDER VEHICLES. THE BRACKET THAT IS THE ATTACHMENT POINT FOR THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK MOUNTING STRAP MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED DURING A METAL STAMPING PROCESS. THE PROCESS MAY HAVE CAUSED THE METAL TO HAVE A SPLIT IN THE AREA WHERE THE BOLT THAT HOLDS ONE OF THE TWO FUEL TANK STRAPS TO THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICL…

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK STRAP MOUNTING BRACKET HAS SPLITTING BEYOND A SPECIFIC LIMIT. VEHICLES WITH MODERATE TO SEVERE SPLITTING WILL BE REPAIRED USING A REINFORCEMENT CAP, A SPECIAL STRUCTURAL ADHESIVE, AND A RIVET TO REINFORCE THE FUEL TANK MOUNTING BRACKET. THE R…

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.

2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 99 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,313

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse worth?

Low
$2,600
Typical price
$4,344
High
$6,600

From 60 comparable 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,565
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,800
Total$19,365
Per mile$0.26

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 ($4,344) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,548), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse trims & engines on record

Trims
GS · GT · EX
Engines
2.4L · 3.8L · 1.5L 4-cyl 128 hp

2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vehicles on record

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2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2006 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 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Based on 99 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, air bags, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse at about 21 mpg combined (18 city / 26 highway).

How much is a 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse worth?

Comparable 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse listings run roughly $2,600–$6,600, typically around $4,344 (from 60 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.