Model year guide

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 28 on record.

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints40
Combined20–23 mpg
Typical price$2,363

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder recalls 3

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #03V442000 · 04/11/2003

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL RETURN LINE HOSE FITTING ON THE ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP MAY BE RESTRICTED, CAUSING EXCESSIVE FUEL PRESSURE TO BUILD UP IN THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM. EXCESSIVE FUEL PRESSURE MAY RESULT IN A LEAK IN THE FUEL RETURN HOSE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP PRESSURE. THOSE VEHICLES EXHIBITING HIGHER THAN NORMAL FUEL PUMP PRESSURE WILL RECEIVE FUEL PUMP MODIFICATIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN DECEMBER 3, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037 OR MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-800-981-0452.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #04V428000 · 01/09/2004

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

Fix: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN WILL MAIL A CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER CONTAINING A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AND A GRAPHIC OF THE BI-LINGUAL DASHBOARD AIR BAG WARNING LABEL. IN ADDITION, ALL CURRENT 2000-2004 NATIVA OWNERS WILL ALSO RECEIVE REPLACEMENT AIR BAG ALERT LABELS FOR THE SUN VISORS. THIS RECALL IS EX…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #15V338000 · 02/06/2015

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 22, 2005. In th…

Fix: MMNA will notify their owners, and Chrysler will notify the Chrysler and Dodge owners. Dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this reca…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder MPG & running costs

Combined20–23 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,417

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder worth?

Low
$1,200
Typical price
$2,363
High
$3,490

From 27 comparable 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,085
Depreciation (5 yrs)$400
Total$17,485
Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($2,363) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,939), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder trims & engines on record

Trims
GS · GTS · GT · Spyder
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl · 2.4L 4-cyl

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder vehicles on record

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT4A3AE55H13E158921 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT4A3AE55H63E033171 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS4A3AE45G73E109837 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GTS4A3AE75H13E019853 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT4A3AE55H53E157108 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT4A3AE55H13E055434 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS4A3AE45G93E143858 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GTS4A3AE75H73E076848 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GTS4A3AE75H43E008118 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GTS4A3AE75H93E028820 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS4A3AE45G93E004099 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS4A3AE45G03E162816 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GTS4A3AE75H13E147073 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS4A3AE45GX3E005732 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GTS4A3AE75H33E209217 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GTS4A3AE75H63E029536 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS4A3AE45G03E144865 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GTS4A3AE75H63E149868 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT4A3AE55H13E059774 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GTS4A3AE75HX3E066069 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GTS4A3AE75H13E012417 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT4A3AE55H23E171130 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS4A3AE45GX3E120864 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS4A3AE45G73E187146

Other Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder model years

2012 2011 2009 2008 2007 2005 2004 2002 2001 1999 1998

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder — frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder?

Across all 40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, power train, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder get?

The 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder has U.S. EPA estimates of 20–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

How much is a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder worth?

Comparable 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder listings run roughly $1,200–$3,490, typically around $2,363 (from 27 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.