1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse steering problems

Filed Oct 10, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · MO

Problem has been on going for 2.5 months. Dealer has had car for over a month and has been unable to diagnos or cure the problem. I've spent hundreds if not thousands of dollars on fixes that they have recommended. None have worked and their corporate has not given me any support in this matter. When the failure occurs the car's engine shuts off with no warning. Power steering and brakes go out rendering the vehicle a hazard to myself and all other drivers around my on busy hwys. If there is any assistance that your organization can provide me I would greatly appreciate it! Tks for your time and consideration.

Filed Jun 23, 2001 · Steering · FL · crash

Driver was turning corner at approximately 5mph when steering wheel locked up causing vehicle to side swipe another car. Vehicle was taken in 6/29/99 for recall sr-99-007 and for second recall on 4/13/01 for sr-01-007, lower lateral arm ball joint. Dealer was informed of steering problem which seemed to occur when raining. Accident occured after several days of intermittent rain. Ironically, received letter on the same day as accident from local dealer stating "we understand the inconvenience that came along with your recent safety notification letter. Mitsubishi motors is concerned for your safety and I urge you to bring your vehicle in for a free inspection. We want you to feel confident about owning a mitsubishi and we're committed to maintaining your safety and trust. "

Filed Dec 4, 2000 · Airbags, Steering · MD · crash · 1 injury

Son was driving vehicle & was turning round a curb when vehicle failed to respond to steering. Steering wheel locked up, lost control of vehicle & hit a fence. Had applied brakes which stopped vehicle suddenly. Driver hit head on windshield due to air bag not deploying. Was able to back vehicle up & steering worked okay. Had emergency room treatment & released.

Filed May 26, 1999 · Engine, Steering · TX

Upon driving my vehicle 5/12/99 the drivebelt began shredding. 5/13/99 the problem fixed with both belts being replaced. While driving on 5/14/99 a belt fell off, resulting both belts gone and loss of A/C as well as power steering. Problem fixed again with mechanic suggesting that belts may not have fit properly and replaced with factory parts. 5/25/99 while driving I noticed a loss in power steering and A/C again I immediately inspected and saw the belts once again missing. Frusterated I went the nearest dealership and asked what may be wrong with the car. The service advisor brought to my attention that there is a bulletin regarding that one of the pulleys on the drive system losses alignment and causes the belts to fall off. The remedy is to apply shimms to bring all pulleys in alignment at a cost of approximatley $200.00 for labor. Why is this not a recall and what is a bulletin for if we are not informed till its more expensive. When driving and the belts fell off I lost my power steering too.

Filed Jul 15, 1996 · Steering · NC · crash

While pulling away from a stop sign the inner tie rod fell out of the car and caused no steering and no brakes.please describe.

Filed Jan 23, 1996 · Steering · CA

The vehicles power steering belt keeps coming off and causing loss of steering. Please describe. Tt

Filed Jan 3, 1996 · Steering · CA

The power steering belt came off three times . Tt

Filed Nov 6, 1995 · Steering · CA

Had to replace the steering power belt two times. Tt

Filed Aug 10, 1995 · Electrical, Steering · NM

When engaging clutch, vehicle will stall w/locking of steering. Owner has other description. Tt

Filed Feb 8, 1995 · Electrical, Steering · MD

Check engine light keeps coming on, dealer said computer should be reprogrammed. Ttre details. Tt