Does the 1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse have any recalls?

7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, power train, seat belts, visibility, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mitsubishi dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

46 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse recalls, newest first

April 7, 2009NHTSA 09E01200016,270 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 17, 2006NHTSA 06E0650003,593 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: Certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. The recall began on July 31, 2006. Owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 26, 1998NHTSA 98V06900124,275 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.
Consequence: This condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for adequacy of the transfer case oil volume, transfer case oil leakage, and operational degradation of the transfer case mechanism. If oil volume is insufficient, the appropriate amount of oil will be added. If there is transfer case oil leakage, affected components will be replaced. If the transfer case shows operational degradation, the transfer case will be replaced.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 24, 1995NHTSA 95V103004658,000 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly

Summary: The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Consequence: The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 1, 1990NHTSA 90V10600226 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Windshield

Summary: Diluted primer may have been used on the windshield opening flanges prior to windshield glass installation which would not provide the retention required by FMVSS 212.
Consequence: Windshields would not prevent ejection of vehicleoccupants during a vehicle crash, which causes serious injuries and fatalities.
Remedy: Replace windshields, associated parts, and primer.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 21, 1990NHTSA 90V056002367 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly

Summary: Operation of sunroof in "non-standard" manner may cause male hinge disengagement from the roof hinge receiver.
Consequence: The sunroof glass could detach from the roof and result in injury to occupants or persons in the vicinity, especially if this occurs while the vehicle is in motion.
Remedy: Replace male hinge with a modified version to increase roof hinge receiver retention ability.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 31, 1989NHTSA 89V1280005,510 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring

Summary: Wiring harness for the headlamps may break due to the stress created by the headlamp pop up devices.
Consequence: Breakage of the wiring harness causes loss ofheadlamp illumination which could have a potential for an accident.
Remedy: Headlamp wiring harness routing will be modified and damaged wires repaired.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 46 complaints about the 1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 4
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift13
Engine and engine cooling › Engine5
Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)5
Power train › Automatic transmission4
Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash2

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Questions

Does the 1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse have any recalls?: 7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, power train, seat belts, visibility, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mitsubishi dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse?: 46 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.