"takata recall" I have replaced my control arms about 4 times now in the past 2 years. I have it fixed and then the squeaking always comes back lasts about 6 months then the lower ball joint breaks. Last time it broke I was going about 40 MPH, it was very scary. The picture I sent was taken on 7/28/2014. Though the last time it broke was on 6/20/2015.
1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse suspension problems
12 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 137,077. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 137,077
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Front: control arm: lower ball joint7
- Front: control arm: lower arm1
- Front1
At what mileage
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Mitsubishi Eclipse suspension problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse suspension
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. Also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.
- Risk
- This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. This campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v‑066.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. Ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. Ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.
Recall number 00V421001 · Recall details
What 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
"takata recall" I have replaced my control arms about 4 times now in the past 2 years. I have it fixed and then the squeaking always comes back, last about 6 months and then lower ball joint breaks. Last time it broke I was going about 40mph, it was very scary. The picture I sent was taken on 7/28/14. The last time it happened was on 6/20/15 and I have had it replaced since.
Rattling/clacking when driving slowing on rough road. Found right front lower lateral arm has a lot of play and also inner and outer tire rod ends have a lot of play. The front lower lateral arm to suspension and everything dropped prior getting to dealership to inspect and fix it. More damages incurred for broken suspension, tie rods and lateral arm.
1998 mitsubishi eclipse turbo customer states that less than four months after purchasing the car, it broke down in the parking lot. The front drivers side tire came off crashing to the ground**cc the consumer discovered the vehicle was apart of a recall, however she was told by customer service that the vehicle had already been repaired under the recall. The consumer was also told that because she didn't take the vehicle to a mitsubishi dealer they were not liable for reimbursement.
Tl* - the contact stated that he was pulling out of his driveway in his 1998 mitsubishi eclipse when his lower ball joint failed. The contact had only reached a speed of 7 MPH at the time of the failure.
Dt*: the contact stated prior to purchase there was a recall for the lower ball joints, #00v421001. The recall work was performed, but the vehicle had the failure associated with the recall again. Since purchase, the steering was poor and then there was a loud clunking noise from under the vehicle. An independent repair shop determined the lower ball joint needed to be replaced.
When driving any speed, the consumer would hear a cracking noise coming from the steering wheel. The dealership informed the consumer of a worn lower ball joint. The problem was not resolved. *jb the consumer checked the internet and saw that there was a recall on her model and year vehicle for faulty ball joints. The vehicle was taken to the closest mechanic for repairs. The consumer never received a recall notice and request reimbursement for repairs made. *bf
While driving at any speed lower ball joints were making loud noises. Dealer stated there was no recall on this vehicle.
There was a cracking noise when the vehicle was turned, consumer received a recall letter regarding the ball joint, however the dealer refused to honor recall, because the vehicle was rebuilt.
Consumer states manual transmission (clutch) went out in 1 year at 20,000 miles.
Questions about the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse suspension
Does the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse have suspension problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the suspension of the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse suspension problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 137,077 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse suspension?
Yes, 1 recall: 00V421001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mitsubishi Eclipse have bad suspension?
The Mitsubishi Eclipse model years with the most suspension complaints are 1995 (47 complaints), 1996 (27 complaints) and 1997 (16 complaints).
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