Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
I was getting on the freeway when I lost control of my vehicle out of no where, luckily I was in the middle of the on ramp and not in freeway traffic yet. My vehicle pulled toward the drive side, I quickly pulled e-brake turned my wheel opposite of traffic and braked. The car started fish tailing right to left because of the drive side pulling and me trying not to allow the car to spin out or go off the side of the on ramp. When the vehicle came to a stop I made sure my family and I were safe and no other vehicle were involved. Got out to the vehicle to find my drive side tire bent in my fender my axles in half and tire blown, I called for a tow and paid out of pocket for tow and parts plus repairs. I also have fuel pressure problems, SRS light, secondary air injection malfunction. …
When I am driving my car smells alot like gas fumes it is overwhelming for my children,I called the dealership because we have inspected the car really well on all fuel lines and found no leaks,the dealer said that my car was not included in the recall,I have seen this happen to many other people on the internet,they talk about the same fumes smell but how the manufacturer will not fix the problem because of the VIN number not matching the one on the recall I think this one should also be on the list,cause now that it is summer it really worries me to have all the fumes in the car in the heat when I am driving,and this is a constant very strong smell,I am afraid the car May blow up or something.this has gone on every day,since I have had this car I got it about a month ago.
Many vehicles of this same model year were recalled for a gas smell/ fire hazard caused by an improperly installed fuel tank gasket. My car does not have a matching VIN so the dealer says I am not covered. If it were a defective part I could understand them being able to classify my car as having passed. However, since this was a procedure, I do not think that with the # of complaints similar to mine that they have covered all the cars they should have. Is Mitsubishi not notorious for letting the volume of complaints escalate to unreasonable amounts prior to acting??
For the past two days my car has been missing(the engine not idling as normal). I took it to a mechanic who check the engine. He said that the number 2 cylinder is not firing properly. He change the spark plugs and the problem is still persisting. He said that he switch the number 2 and 4 injectors and he discovered that the injectors are working but their seem to be a problem associated with the electronic aspect of the number 2 injector. I would like to find out how best to resolve this problem. Their is also a problem with the fuse box located uder hood. Some of the fuses are loose and their support is loose. The coding on the fuse box has been partialy erase. I really love my car and I need some assistance. Dt
At times the I can smell fuel fumes inside/outside of the car. The is no leakage, only the fumes are escaping the fuel tank. There was a recall on the 1995 mitsubishe Eclipse gs 1995 (same as mine) for this same problem. NHTSA campaign number: 96V158000. And NHTSA campaign number: 96V158001. The fuel tank gaskets for the fuel pump and/or gauge unit gasket could have been incorrectly installed allowing fuel or fumes to escape. If an ignition source were present, the fuel leakage could result in a fire. But when I contacted the mitsubshi dealer they refuse to fix the problem as they say my car's VIN number does not show this recall.
There is a recall (id# 96V158001) on this year / make vehicle. The dealer says it does not apply to my car. There has been a fuel smell coming from the right rear and inside of the car since shortly after it was new. The dealer said they couldn't smell it. Now there appears to be a recall that covers my cars problem and they say it doesn't apply to my car!
There is a strong smell of gas fumes on the inside of my car. After some research I found a recall (ref. NHTSA campaign id # 96V158000 and 96V158001). After reading the recalls' information I removed my rear seat to expose the suspect area and an almost unbearable amount of gas fumes was emitting from the fuel pump installation area.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse rs. Gasoline fumes werepresent in the vehicle evne with the windows open. There was recall 96V158000 on this vehicle for the fuel system gasoline. The contact was advised that this vehicle was not included in the recall. Due to the VIN. The current mileage was 13,000.
While parked or when driving there is a strong fuel smell in vehicle. It stays in vehicle for a while, then it goes away. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything. Consumer states there is a recall dealing with this problem, however his VIN is not included.
Recall 96V158000 concerning fuel tank problems. Consumer contacted dealership for repairs, but was informed that this vehicle was not covered under recall due to VIN although consumer's vehicle was experiencing same problem as stated in recall. Please provide further details.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline
The fuel tank gaskets for the fuel pump and/or gauge unit gasket could have been incorrectly installed allowing fuel or fumes to escape.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and if the gaskets are found to be leaking, replace the fuel tank, caps and gaskets.
Fuel System complaints in other Eclipse years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
NHTSA has 23 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 7% of the model year's 307 complaints. The component named most often is storage › tank assembly (10 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse fuel system problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 96V158001 (fuel system, gasoline, Aug 27, 1996). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 110,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 2 fires and 0 injuries to fuel & propulsion system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.