Table 1 shows six common structure related problems of the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The number one most common problem is related to the roof and pillar (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the body (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Roof And Pillar problems | |
| Body problems | |
| Door problems | |
| Frame And Members problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Bumper problems |
Roof leaked & would not fully retract due to deformation of structural roof members (roof pillars). Required replacement of 3 major roof members plus installation of straps (as defined in technical service bulletin). Read details...
Convertible top will not open all the way. Support bracket is bent and will not let top lower completely into housing. There is no complete fix for this. Dealer says, this is a manufacture defect, support brackets are to thin for this type of top. 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...