Mitsubishi Eclipse fuel smell problems

Filed Aug 16, 2015 · Brakes · 134,750 miles · NJ

I was pressing brakes when I suddenly got the bump driving from the hill and brake pedal became very soft and the car stopped braking until I pushed breaks very hard. Fortunately, I could avoid the collision with car in front of me before the lights. I pulled off the road to check brakes and I found the liquid leak under the car in the center. It didn't smell like fuel, my breaking fluid is at the maximum level, so I'm not sure what it is, it doesn't smell and has no color. So, car still can stop, but brake is spongy and I had to press pedal to the very down to start breaking. I figured out it's pretty common eclipse model problem (see forums http://club4g.org/board/problem-reports/31276-spongy-brake-pedal-whistle-release-2.html and http://club4g.org/board/problem-reports/86737-recall-updated-june-2015-a.html) and it may be related to the problem with ABS module. Later, I found out that mitsubishi made a recall on july 21, 2015 for antilock systems on eclipses 07 (see http://www.dealerrater.com/recalls/mitsubishi/eclipse/#y2007), code of recall: sr-15-004.

Filed Oct 2, 2011 · Engine, Fuel system · 68,000 miles · NC

This vehicle suddenly started stalling whether idling, accelerating, or coasting. It would then have trouble starting and run fine again. After taking it to the mitsubshi dealership on western blvd in jacksonville, nc, they could not diagnose it but found in their data base that there is a tiny part in the crank shaft that could cause this problem. After waiting a week for parts they realized they had the wrong tool. Another week waiting for the tool and the new part did not fix the problem. Another week of keeping my car they replaced the fuel injection regulator with a used part, this did not fix it. Another week with a new fuel injector. Now it does not stall but I cant get gas in the gas tank, the car smells like gas, there is still occasional stalling, and the new timing belt they put on screeches with the first start of the day everyday. The gas tank problem is found to be that the valve is stuck in the full and closed position and whole new gas tankis recommended. Another two weeks and still waiting on the gas tank. My car has been in the shop since august 22nd and it is now october first and my car is still unsafe to drive and waiting for parts. How is it that mitsubishi can allow their service department to take this long, cost this much, and to return a vehicle to the customer in worse shape than it was given? I paid for all of these new parts and labor, and still have a vehicle that I cant use. Also, as a side note, it is black which means the cheap factory clear coat is coming off, the AC leaks on the driverside floor, the trunk does not open when you pull the lever...these are all things that should not be expired on an 03 vehicle and are so common with this vehicle. This is not acceptable.

Filed Oct 2, 2011 · Engine, Fuel system · 68,000 miles · NC

This vehicle suddenly started stalling whether idling, accelorating, or coasting. It would then have trouble starting and run fine again. After taking it to the mitsubshi dealership on western blvd in jacksonville, nc, they could not diagnose it but found in their data base that there is a tiny part in the crank shaft that could cause this problem. After waiting a week for parts they realized they had the wrong tool. Another week waiting for the tool and the new part ddid not fix the problem. Another week of keeping my car they replaced the fuel injection regulator with a used part, this did not fix it. Another week with a new fuel injector. Now it does not stall but I cant get gas in the gas tank, the car smells like gas, there is still occasional stalling, and the new timing belt they put on screeches with the first start of the day everyday. The gas tank problem is found to be that the valve is stuck in the full and closed position and whole new gas tankis recommended. Another two weeks and still waiting on the gas tank. My car has been in the shop since august 22nd and it is now october first and my car is still unsafe to drive and waiting for parts. How is it that mitsubishi can allow their service department to take this long, cost this much, and to return a vehicle to the customer in worse shape than it was given? I paid for all of these new parts and labor, and still have a vehicle that I cant use. Also, as a side note, it is black which means the cheap factory clear coat is coming off, the AC leaks on the driverside floor, the trunk does not open when you pull the lever...these are all things that should not be expired on an 03 vehicle and are so common with this vehicle. This is not acceptable.

Filed Feb 16, 2007 · Fuel system · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi eclipse rs. Gasoline fumes werepresent in the vehicle evne with the windows open. There was recall 96v158000 on this vehicle for the fuel system gasoline. The contact was advised that this vehicle was not included in the recall. Due to the VIN. The current mileage was 13,000.

Filed Dec 13, 2006 · Fuel system · 91,000 miles · GA

Dt*: the contact stated there was a smell of gasoline around the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noted that there was a fuel leak in the return hose at the location of the clamp. The vehicle was not seen by a dealer. The manufacturer was also notified. There was a the federal safety agency recall# 03v442000, which pertains to the fuel pump. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.

Filed Jun 8, 2005 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · TX

When I am driving my car smells alot like gas fumes it is overwhelming for my children,I called the dealership because we have inspected the car really well on all fuel lines and found no leaks,the dealer said that my car was not included in the recall,I have seen this happen to many other people on the internet,they talk about the same fumes smell but how the manufacturer will not fix the problem because of the VIN number not matching the one on the recall I think this one should also be on the list,cause now that it is summer it really worries me to have all the fumes in the car in the heat when I am driving,and this is a constant very strong smell,I am afraid the car may blow up or something.this has gone on every day,since I have had this car I got it about a month ago.

Filed Jan 20, 2005 · Body, Electrical · 60,000 miles · FL

Fuel relay switch on my mitsuibishi eclipse 1997 gs has failed on several occasions. In order to get my car to start, I have to go under the hood, "wiggle" the relay switch and lightly tap on the top of it. This fuel relay has been replaced by dealer and the problem continues to occur, even causing the car to go dead during travel. Dealership claims they do not know why it occurs. (20+ occurrences) enormous amounts of "bluish" gas fumes coming from the tail pipe, regardless of idle or in motion. (always occurring) sunroof sticks (5-10 occurrences) both driver and passenger windows rattle when car is in motion and as the door is being shut (continuous occurrence) clutch failure, hard shifting (1 occurrence).

Filed Mar 28, 2003 · Fuel system · 93,500 miles · PA

Many vehicles of this same model year were recalled for a gas smell/ fire hazard caused by an improperly installed fuel tank gasket. My car does not have a matching VIN so the dealer says I am not covered. If it were a defective part I could understand them being able to classify my car as having passed. However, since this was a procedure, I do not think that with the # of complaints similar to mine that they have covered all the cars they should have. Is mitsubishi not notorious for letting the volume of complaints escalate to unreasonable amounts prior to acting??

Filed Mar 25, 2002 · Fuel system · CT

Consumer smells gas fumes when driving. Also, smells fumes when air conditioner is on. There is a recall, 96v158001, on vehicle's make/model; but this vehicle is not included due to VIN. *ak

Filed Feb 21, 2002 · Fuel system · LA

There are strong fuel fumes internal and externalm which cause dizzy spells and minor stomach aches.