1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse brakes problems

Filed Jan 16, 2004 · Brakes, Steering · 37,500 miles · AZ

The rotors on my brakes lasted a good month and a half before they started to shake violently when I would try to gradually brake from speeds between 45-65 MPH. Today I was exiting the freeway at about 65 MPH and it felt like they just weren't stopping me. There was no pressure. I had the brakes checked out and the pads are like new, the rotors show some warping, however im not sure a warped rotor can cause brake failure. Id like to feel a lot more comfortable while driving my car. Im glad nothing extreme happened.

Filed Feb 10, 2003 · Brakes, Locks · 87,000 miles · CA

Front brakes on 1998 mistubishi eclipse vibrate when brakes applied. Vehicle has experienced this brake failure 4 times in the last 4 years. Rotors resurfaced at 12,000 miles. Rotors replaced at 27,000 miles and resurfaced and replaced again at 77,000 miles. This is unacceptable. Exterior door handles broke twice. (plastic)

Filed Jan 9, 2003 · Brakes, Engine · 50,000 miles · NC

Engine burns oil at approx. 1 qt per week, also has possible leaks in engine with only 69,000 miles on engine. Has had regular oil changes for life of engine. Brake rotors warped and need replacement, unsure of when last changed. Transmission slips and shifts hard with slow or fast acceleration.

Filed Jan 8, 2003 · Brakes, Engine · CA

While driving the vehicle lost power. The dealer stated that the sensor needed to be replaced. Ts there was an odor in the vehicle, the clutch had gone out, the rear brakes squeaked, and water leaked into the interior on the vehicle on the passenger side. The consumer felt that the dealer sold her an unsafe vehicle. Scc

Filed Sep 18, 2000 · Brakes, Engine · WV

When consumer started up vehicle white smoke came from uderneath vehicle, from exhaust pipe. Engine was replaced. But consumer had to take it back to dealer because there was a rattling noise. Noise came from exhaust pipe that was loose. Also, brakes rotors were warped. Every three months brakes needed to be replaced due to shaking.

Filed Jan 28, 2000 · Brakes · AL

Have had to have car in 7 times for warped rotors and brakes. Dealership each time has told me I have to pay while under warranty. I did have to buy new brakes while car under warranty due to warped rotor wear. I have been told that I have to pay for all warped rotors and brakes even while under warranty. My brakes feel as though they are going to fail and possibly cause collision. Also, tire just fell off rim driving out of parking lot. Had to put new tires on car after 6 months ownership. Sunroof leaks. I have had this car only one year and six months. Thank you for your assistance. *ak( dot number: )

Filed Nov 3, 1999 · Brakes · PA

The car is shaking every time I use brakes. Been told that I need to have the roters changed. But the car is just one year old. Isn't it premature wear.

Filed Sep 15, 1999 · Brakes, Suspension · DE

Ongoing problem with vehicle shaking while driving at approx. 40 or more MPH. Also, rotors and pads needed replacing every two to three months. Could the federal safety agency help in the matte.; vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on nine occasions or more, and nothing had appeared to br corrected. Please help!

Filed Jul 15, 1999 · Body, Brakes · TX

The brake rotors on the vehicle have failed and are in need of replacement again.

Filed Jun 15, 1999 · Brakes · FL

Since purchase of vehicle brakes have been replaced three times in one year. Dealer has been contacted.