Most common 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder problems
Share of the 22 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder complaints by model year
Best Eclipse Spyder years: 2005, 1996, 2004. Years to avoid: 2001, 2002, 2007, 2003. Compare all years →
2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder recalls (4)
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
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.
Remedy: 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.
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
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.
Remedy: 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…
Power train › Automatic transmission
On certain vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, the key lock cable was improperly manufactured and May not allow the cable end to lock into the floor shifter mechanism. This can result in the interlock system to become inoperative and allow the ignition key to be removed without the gearshift mechanism being placed…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the ignition interlock cable and replace it if necessary. The recall began on November 20, 2006. Owners May contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Structure › Frame and members
On certain passenger vehicles, the metal forming part of the front crossmember May have been improperly stamped resulting in the metal becoming thinner in the cross-section than specified. This could, over time, result in breakage of the crossmember.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the crossmember free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2006. Owners May contact Mitsubishi at 888-648-7820.
What 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder owners say
Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder. While the contact's daughter was driving 30 MPH, the driver depressed the brake pedal, but the brakes failed. As a result, the driver struck the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained injuries to the head, neck, and spine and lost consciousness. Medical attention was required and the driver was taken to the hospital. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a collision center. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was unsure if the vehicle could be repaired or was destroyed. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and made various attempts to contact the driver. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V337000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The approximate failure mileage was 112,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder. While driving at 35 MPH, the brake pedal failed when depressed. As a result, the contact crashed into another vehicle. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a collision center where it was repaired. The repairs were unknown. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
Body & structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the power steering failed without warning and the vehicle become increasingly difficult to control. The failure caused the driver to become involved in a crash. The driver sustained a concussion and lacerations to the hands, which required medical assistance. The vehicle was destroyed and a police report was filed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 52,000.
(latches/locks/linkages) -2007 Mitsubishi, eclips, Spyder door latch holds the door open and will not close, the plastic part inside the door is broken w/ less than 65K miles. Is their a recall?
2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 19 / 26 / 22 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 19 / 26 / 22 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | FWD | 16 / 24 / 19 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | FWD | 16 / 24 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder a good car?
Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Eclipse Spyder rates use caution: 1.6× as many complaints as a typical year of the Eclipse Spyder at the same age. It is one of the Eclipse Spyder years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder?
The brakes — 15 complaints, 68% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the body & structure (3) and locks & latches (2).
How many recalls does the 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder, the most recent from June 2, 2015 (control unit/module). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2005, 1996 and 2004. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2001, 2002, 2007 and 2003. See the full Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder years comparison.
At what mileage do 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 52,000 miles; 40% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.