general problems of the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Two problems related to steering have been reported for the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 03/14/2004

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.

2 Steering problem

Steering joint popping in and out causing noise.


Other Steering related problems of the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse



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