Safety Recalls of Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse Vehicles

There have been 10 safety recalls for the Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse.

NHTSA Recall #: 99V333002; Nov. 23, 1999

This circuit failure could cause any of the following to occur: (1) the engine will not start because the main fuse will blow if the power lead is grounded; (2) the low oil pressure warning lamp will illuminate if the signal wire is grounded; (3) the airconditioning system will become inoperative if the lead to the magnetic clutch is grounded; and (4) the turn signal/hazard lamps will become inoperative if the voltage monitor lead is grounded.

Recalled Vehicles: 2000 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse, 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant, 2000 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
Recall Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with v6 engines and federal emission equipment. The battery cable harness can become heat damaged by the front exhaust manifold which could cause grounded circuits. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 99V305002; Nov. 1, 1999

Loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.

Recalled Vehicles: 2000 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse, 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant, 2000 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Recall Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The column switch levers can become loose or break over time. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 99V066004; May. 19, 1999

This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 1995 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse, 1996 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse, 1994 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant, 1995 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant, 1996 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Recall Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 98V311000; Dec. 10, 1998

If pieces fall into the buckle assembly, the buckle may not operate properly, failing to properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 1991 Mitsubishi Caribbean 3000GT, 1986 Mitsubishi Caribbean Cordia, 1987 Mitsubishi Caribbean Cordia, 1988 Mitsubishi Caribbean Cordia, 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse, 1991 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse, 1986 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant, 1987 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant, 1989 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant, 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant, 1991 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant, 1986 Mitsubishi Caribbean Mirage, 1987 Mitsubishi Caribbean Mirage, 1988 Mitsubishi Caribbean Mirage, 1989 Mitsubishi Caribbean Mirage, 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Mirage, 1991 Mitsubishi Caribbean Mirage, 1986 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero, 1987 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero, 1988 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero, 1989 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero, 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero, 1991 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero, 1988 Mitsubishi Caribbean Sigma, 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Sigma, 1986 Mitsubishi Caribbean Starion, 1986 Mitsubishi Caribbean Truck, 1987 Mitsubishi Caribbean Truck, 1988 Mitsubishi Caribbean Truck, 1989 Mitsubishi Caribbean Truck, 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Truck, 1991 Mitsubishi Caribbean Truck
Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Recall Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles sold in the caribbean. In the front passenger seat of these vehicles, which are equipped with takata belt buckles, the seat belt release buttons, which are made of abs plastic material and marked "press," can break, allowing pieces to fall into the buckle ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 98V069003; Jun. 9, 1998

This condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Recall Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication. ... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Sep. 25, 2001   Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections 87
Apr. 6, 2001   Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint 5,164
Sep. 26, 2000   Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 135
Aug. 10, 2000   Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion) 2,996
Nov. 23, 1999   Electrical System:battery:cables 532
Nov. 1, 1999   Exterior Lighting:headlights:switch 2,543
May. 19, 1999   Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint 3,789
Dec. 10, 1998   Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly 53,162
Jun. 9, 1998   Power Train:automatic Transmission 6
May. 14, 1998   Vehicle Speed Control 100


Table 2. Recall Statistics of Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse Model Years

Model# Recalls
2001 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 1
2000 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 4
1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 1
1998 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 2
1997 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 1
1996 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 2
1995 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 2
1991 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 1
1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 2