Table 1 shows four common electrical system related problems of the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The number one most common problem is related to the ignition module (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the underhood wiring (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Ignition Module problems | |
| Underhood Wiring problems | |
| Starter Relay problems | |
| Ignition Switch problems |
Vehicle will stall while driving regardless of speed and without warning. Dealer has replaced fuelpump/ ignition switch and computer, but defect still occurs. Read details...
Vehicle was parked for 2 hrs and caught on fire. Only other prob was at time of purchase when it leaked because it was a convert. Did take it to dealer and it was not fixed. Fired caused exterior damage to my daughters home. Cause is still unkown. . Would not recommend this car to anyone. Read details...
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. Read details...