Mitsubishi Eclipse: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 9,196 Mitsubishi Eclipse cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2017 and 2026.
In a sample of 395 cars, 30.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is wipers give insufficient visibility (9.4% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 5 recalls for this model; 8.6% of registered cars still have an open recall.
0.6% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 9.4% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 9.1% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 6.8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 4.3% |
| Tyre damaged | 2.8% |
| Headlight with different beam pattern incorrectly aimed | 1% |
| Brake lining carrier/fixing touches drum or disc | 0.8% |
| Steering dust boot damaged, not sealing | 0.5% |
| Tyre pressures on one axle unequal | 0.5% |
| Wipers not working properly | 0.5% |
Share of 395 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 3% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 2.8% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 9,196 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 8.6% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 0.6% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2017 to 2026 |
All Mitsubishi Eclipse passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-09-30 | general construction | – | 2,496 |
| 2021-06-17 | brakes | serious | 5,048 |
| 2021-02-25 | electrical system | serious | 2 |
| 2018-11-07 | brakes | serious | 2,611 |
| 2018-11-07 | brakes | serious | 4,259 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Mitsubishi Eclipse fail the APK?
In a sample of 395 cars first registered 2012–2021, 30.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Mitsubishi Eclipse?
The most common APK defects are: wipers give insufficient visibility (9.4%), tyre pressure incorrect (9.1%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (6.8%).
Does the Mitsubishi Eclipse have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 5 recalls. 8.6% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Mitsubishi models
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.