1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Oct 14, 2011 · Suspension · 149,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact stated that when attempting a turn or driving over a road bump, the vehicle would make a squealing and popping noise. Also, the vehicle would pull to the left abnormally. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 00v421001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint), but was advised by the dealer that the VIN was not associated with the recall. The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 149,000 and the current mileage was 149,300. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed May 8, 2007 · Suspension · 120,000 miles · MI

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi eclipse turbo gts. When the tires were aligned, the mechanic stated that the wheels were falling off of the vehicle due to the suspension:front: control arm lower ball joints and that they appear as though they were not replaced. The dealer provided proof that the lower ball joints were replaced. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 152,000. The engine size is not available.

Filed Dec 29, 2004 · Suspension · NE · crash

The consumer received a recall notice # 00v421001. While on his way to the dealer driving approximately 55 MPH, the front left ball joint broke, he lost control of the vehicle and skidded off the road into a cornfield. When he went to dealer, they told him that they would not service the vehicle for the recall or cover the damages.

Filed Dec 16, 2004 · Suspension · NC · crash

While traveling at 35 MPH consumer heard a clicking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The ball joint unexpectedly fell off, causing consumer to lose control of the vehicle and crashed into the side of the road. Dealer was informed by consumer.

Filed Nov 1, 2004 · Suspension · FL

Recall sr-04-001: driving 35 MPH front right lateral ball joint separated from socket causing lost of control. *bf the consumer received a recall letter in the mail regarding the ball joint, however the consumer can't afford the expense of having the vehicle towed to the dealer.

Filed Oct 29, 2003 · Suspension · 111,000 miles · NY

When driving steering wheel felt real loose. Dealer stated lower ball joints failed.

Filed Aug 27, 2002 · Suspension · VT

Component related to recall 00v421001 for lower ball joint interacts with lower compression arm in front suspension, which also needs to be replaced. Compression arm is not considered part of recall, and will cost additional to be replaced. Please describe details.

Filed Jun 10, 2002 · Suspension · MD

On august 8, 2001, I took my eclipse to jerry's mitsubishi in baltimore, md to have the independent front control arm and lower ball joint repaired as a result of the federal safety agency recall 00v421001. According to the statement of work, the defective parts were replaced and repairs made according to the recall notice. On june 9, 2002, the right front ball joint/independent front control failed during a slow speed turn of less than 15 miles per hour. As a result of the failure, the car abruptly stopped. Upon inspection, the right wheel had separated from the control arm and was jammed in the front wheel housing. At this point the car was inoperable. Service was requested. The car was towed to apple auto, baltimore, md (410‑488‑8788). In conversations with dave, the auto technician at apple, it was determined that the ball joint had failed, the control arm had failed, and that the bearings would need to be replaced. There remains the possibility that the axle will need to be replaced, but that cannot be done until the car is in a driveable condition.

Filed Sep 18, 2001 · Airbags, Seats · CA · crash · 2 injuries

Car spun out of control, hitting a telephone pole, due to ball joint failure, air bags failed and the seat broke.

Filed Aug 21, 2001 · Suspension · AR · fire

Vehicle was parked in garage for a 1 hour. Consumer's dog was scratching on door when consumer opened door and flames bursted through. Vehicle and home, both were destroyed by fire. Consumer was unaware there was a problem no contact was made to the manufacturer. 6 months later , consumer received a recall 00v421001/ manufacturer's recall sr01-007 concerning lower left ball joint. Consumer just received the arson investigator's report determining that lower left quadrant of the vehicle was cause of fire. Please add the VIN# and mileage.

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 Jun 15, 2001 · Suspension · VA

While driving, consumer hit a puddle of water and vehicle hydroplaned, consumer lost control and vehicle slid sideways and went off the roadway, vehicle flipped over and came to a rest, vehicle was totalled, now consumer has received recall 00v421 regarding the lower lateral arm ball joint and he feels this may have been the cause of his accident and is requesting compensation.