Dt*: the contact stated the transfer case locked up causing the rear wheels to also lock while traveling 45 MPH. An the federal safety agency recall, #98v069001 was performed on the vehicle concerning, the power train: automatic transmission however, the recall did not remedy the problem. The dealership would not offer a second repair without charge under the recall.
The worst 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse problems
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- Transmission1
Recalls 2
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles sold in the caribbean. In the front passenger seat of these vehicles, which are equipped with takata belt buckles, the seat belt release buttons, which are made of ABS plastic material and marked "press," can break, allowing pieces to fall into the buckle assembly.
- Risk
- If pieces fall into the buckle assembly, the buckle may not operate properly, failing to properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair the front seat belt buckles.
Recall number 98V311000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 98V069003 · Recall details
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Is the 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse, fewer than a typical Eclipse model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse have?
2 recalls, covering seat belts and power train.
Was there a recall on the 1990 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V069003. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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