1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

19911993
Complaints
65
Crashes
8
Fires
1
Injuries
7
Fatalities
1
Recalls
0

Worst 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#17 complaints

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift

#26 complaints

Automatic Transmission

Avg mileage:73,000 mi
Crash-related:1
#35 complaints

Tire Defects

Crash-related:5
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
73,000
Tire Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Manual Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Webbing
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Module
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Frame And Members
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse has 65 NHTSA complaints, 8 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Top reported problems: Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift (7 complaints); Automatic Transmission (6 complaints, avg 73,000 mi); Tire Defects (5 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 73,000 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
NHTSA complaints for the 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse include 8 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 7 injuries, and 1 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Eclipse reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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