2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse transmission problems

Filed Feb 13, 2012 · Transmission · 95,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mitsubishi eclipse. The contact stated that the vehicle would idle low, causing it to stall intermittently. The dealer advised the contact to replace the manifold. The manufacturer was aware of the failure, but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. No repairs were performed. The failure mileage ws 95,000 and the current mileage was 99,450.

Filed Apr 5, 2008 · Transmission · 51,224 miles · FL

I do have a 2003 mitsubishi eclipse and at 27,000 I had a clutch replaced and a price tag of $1,250.00 for the dealership the I purchased the car from I thought I would get a long time out of that repair that cost so much. I was only up set that the same problem arose again so called from the dealership. I called independent shop the diagnostic the complete problem the dealership stated was not wrong, I was told by an independent garage that the leaking was caused by the sled and that I needed the lines need to be replaced and possible a new clutch again. Because of the leakage problem. I find that the dealership failed and the manufacture failed to make the public aware of these problems. I seems the dealership wanted $1,6759.95 for the repair of a clutch not addressing the leak problems.

Filed Jun 12, 2006 · Transmission · MA

After my purchase of a 2003 mitsubishi eclipse gts, at ira nissan in tewksbury mass. I took the car to a mechanic. I was told that there were numerous problems with it including a transmission problem. I possessed the car for a day and a half and it has been in the shop now ever since. It has been about twelve days now. I have been going back and fourth between ira and a mitsubishi dealer which they are affiliated with. They told me that the noise in the front of the car is where the transmission is. The noise which sounds like rocks flying around in the front. The dealer said this noise is normal. The ira general manager also told me that it is normal for my car to go up to the h on the hot and cold gauge. He said his does it all the time. Ira said that this issue was fixed. I have not seen nor driven the car yet since I brought it back so I do not know what is fixed and what is not fixed. I called the mitsubishi motors headquarters in texas, and gave then my VIN number and they said there are absolutely no recall on the transmission of this specific car, nor should this noise be occurring. I also went on and they too said the only recall on this car is about lights. I also called ira 3 days ago and they told me that they lost my title and I can't register my car either. Now I need some information on my options and where to go from here.

Filed Apr 24, 2006 · Transmission · 36,800 miles · OK

At approximately 36,500 miles or so noticed the car not wanting to "grip" on take off. Seemed to want to rev higher randomly.. Over a period of 2 days went from no big deal to not being able to drive. I have had previous experience with manual transmissions (2 other personal vehicles ). I contacted dealership and warranty provider to find out this is normal and considered wear and tear. Have been priced upwards of 1000 usd if not more to replace this clutch. And I just got this car.

Filed Dec 1, 2005 · Transmission · 19,000 miles · PA

I bought my car in october of 2003 and immediately I noticed a grinding coming from the transmission. I took it into lancaster mitsubishi in pennsylvania and they told me it was a common trans noise. A couple of weeks passed by and the noise kept getting louder and now my clutch is slipping. I have never beat or raced my car. It is one of the best cars I have ever owned and the one of the most reliable. I don't have much choice to keep driving it the way it is and it is getting worse. Pretty soon I will be out of a car.

Filed Nov 17, 2005 · Transmission · 23,000 miles · CA

I have a 2003 mitubishi eclipse with 23,000 miles on it and the clutch needs to be replaced already, in the morning the front wheels jump and shifting into 1st and 2nd gear is a nightmare !

Filed Sep 7, 2005 · Engine, Transmission · 5,000 miles · NY

Dt: the caller said that his vehicle is making a noise. When accelerating the vehicle changes gears hard and he did not know if it was the transmission or the motor mounts. The problem occurs intermittently while driving between 35 to 40 MPH. Right after having the transmission fluid changed. He had the motor mounts changed 8 times. The dealer did not remove the battery to get to the motor mount, but they said that they did. An independent mechanic told the contact that the problem might be the transmission. The manufacturer has not been contacted yet. *ak

Filed Aug 15, 2005 · Transmission · 40,000 miles · FL

Dt: the vehicle shifted into reverse then accelerated on its own. The vehicle was taken to the dealer., they confirmed that clutch collapsed that controls the clutch hydraulics. This happened on august 11, 2005. This is based on a police report because she actually saw that the clutch was down.

Filed Aug 9, 2005 · Transmission · 32,000 miles · OH

2003 eclipse emits rattle from the clutch/transaxle since about 30000 miles.

Filed Sep 20, 2004 · Body, Engine · IL

I would like to file a complaint regarding my mitsubishi eclipse gts 2003. The product has not performed well because during the six months that I have had my brand new car, I had to bring it for several repairs. First, the car went to the shop at mitsubishi bosak chicago for a loose bolt, second the car had a leak on the coolant system, third the wheel was no longer aligned, and fourth the rear defroster does not defrost properly. I am very disappointed of that matter because one of the reason I invested my money in buying a brand new car and choosing mitsubishi so I dont have to spend more time in the shop for repair and spend more cash. The car was only six months old and already experiencing a lot of problems, now the car has been a year and I brought the car back to mitsubishi bosak dealer to have the rear light fixed because water was going inside and still waiting to have the sunroof to be fix because it does not operate properly and the axle of the car needs to be replace. They wouldnt replace it right away because the mechanic stated that we have to wait for the item to be delivered. What if during that time of wait something happen to the car? (may god forbid) I have before try to complain with the mitsubishi headquarter in california, but the person wouldnt do anything. I feel very unsafe of my car. I think that the company should check their entire product before selling it to the public. Driving my eclipse is something that I fear because I never know something might happen because of the cars defect.