2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder at a glance

Owner complaints8

Combined19–23 mpg

Typical price$11,243

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

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Exterior Lighting

Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder MPG & running costs

Combined19–23 mpg

City18 mpg

Highway26 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,625

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder worth?

Low

$7,800

Typical price

$11,243

High

$13,500

From 7 comparable 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,125

Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,100

Total$24,225

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 ($11,243) with the same model 5 model-years older ($5,148), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder trims & engines on record

Trims

GS-Sport

Engines

2.4L

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder vehicles on record

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS-Sport4A37L2EF3CE002490

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS-Sport4A37L2EF3CE001534

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS-Sport4A37L5EF7CE001926

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS-Sport4A37L5EF6CE007507

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS-Sport4A37L2EF0CE001636

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS-Sport4A37L2EF4CE001364

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS-Sport4A37L2EF8CE002811

Other Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder model years

2011 2009 2008 2007 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 1999 1998

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder?

Across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, electrical system, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder get?

The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder worth?

Comparable 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder listings run roughly $7,800–$13,500, typically around $11,243 (from 7 vehicles).

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