Model year guide

2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.

2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints7
Combined19–22 mpg
Typical price$7,150

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

2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder recalls 1

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module NHTSA Campaign #15V337000 · 02/06/2015

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 i…

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…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. 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.

2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder MPG & running costs

Combined19–22 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,700

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder worth?

Low
$4,100
Typical price
$7,150
High
$13,600

From 7 comparable 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,350
Total$23,850
Per mile$0.32

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 ($7,150) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,777), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder trims & engines on record

Trims
GS · Spyder
Engines
2.4L

2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder vehicles on record

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Other Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder model years

2012 2011 2008 2007 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 1999 1998

2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2009 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 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder?

Across all 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, hydraulic, seat belts.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder get?

The 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder worth?

Comparable 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder listings run roughly $4,100–$13,600, typically around $7,150 (from 7 vehicles).

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