The problem
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 increase brake pedal travel and reduce braking ability.
The risk
A sudden reduction of braking performance may increase the risk of a crash.
The 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 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-004.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 15V-337 (15V337000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SR-15-004 |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module |
| Report date | June 2, 2015 |
| Owners notified | July 21, 2015 |
| Vehicles affected | 74,836 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
- 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse brake problems 71
- 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse brake problems 87
- 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse brake problems 58
- 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse brake problems 28
- 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder brake problems 15
- 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder brake problems 8
- 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder brake problems 6
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 15V-337 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 74,836 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.