Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The number one most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems | |
| Steering Rod Relay Connection problems |
I have owned my care for 3 years. In that time I have had a leaking sunroof, broken passenger rear view mirror, broken passenger window "wont roll up", numerous tire changes, bad vibration, horrible noises when turning wheel, have replaced 2 transmissions, both tie rod ends, 1 lower ball Read details...
While driving 50 mph the vehicle's steering malfunction. As a result the vehicle lost control without warning. The cause has yet to be determined. No report of impact. Please provide any additional information. Read details...
1 and 1/2 years after I bought my "brand new" car, the check engine light went on. I was told that my water pump and gasket needed to be replaced. One week later I experienced a problem with the power steering, I was told the power steering pully, bracket and belt had gone and would need Read details...