Most common 2001 Mitsubishi Spyder problems
Share of the 13 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mitsubishi Spyder complaints by model year
Best Spyder years: 1996. Years to avoid: 2001. Compare all years →
What 2001 Mitsubishi Spyder owners say
Wheels & tires
2001 Mitsubishi Spyder rims. I am having to replace the second rim within 6 months because of dents in the rim. The dents are not caused by hitting anything. It is under normal driving conditions. At 400+ dollars a piece for these rims: Mitsubishi, as well as, daimler Chrysler should be spanked 400 times each for their gross negligence. It does not take a genius to realize the hazards this places myself and my family in. I will be keeping a copy of this form for my records as proof in case of my or my families death(s) caused by these dangerous rims.
All of the wheels on my eclipse Spyder are damaged from normal driving. Mitsubishi claims I have hit pot holes, curbs, etc.but I have not. Making a u-turn in a parking lot caused 4 "waves" in my rear drivers side wheel and caused my tire to go flat.
2001 Mitsubishi Spyder engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 20 / 27 / 23 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 25 / 21 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 17 / 25 / 20 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 24 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2001 Mitsubishi Spyder a good car?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2001 Spyder rates use caution: 2.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the Spyder at the same age. It is one of the 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 2001 Mitsubishi Spyder?
The wheels & tires — 9 complaints, 69% of all complaints for this model year, most often about rim. Next are the body & structure (2) and a/c & heater (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 Mitsubishi Spyder have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Mitsubishi Spyder. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mitsubishi Spyder?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1996. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2001. See the full Mitsubishi Spyder years comparison.
At what mileage do 2001 Mitsubishi Spyder problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 58,000 miles; 33% 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.