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 at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse recalls 4
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.
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.
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…
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.
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2006 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 ($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
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vehicles on record
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AK34T86E005119
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24F76E005777
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AK34T46E005943
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AK34TX6E017059
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24FX6E045237
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24F36E055737
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24F46E002321
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AK34T36E016237
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AK34T76E038094
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24F56E014736
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AK34T06E006202
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24F46E005574
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AK34TX6E047548
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24F76E009909
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24F36E055057
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AK44T06E031784
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24F46E044469
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24F76E045874
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AK34T76E025586
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24F36E032586
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24FX6E037901
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24F26E042901
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS4A3AK24FX6E056979
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT4A3AK34T56E008771
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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.