Wheel Bolts problems of the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse

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

1 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 08/08/2004

Lug:nuts put on to specification when tires replaced. Within 1 month front driver tire almost came off due to loose nuts. Mechanic tightened to specification. Ith 1 month both front tires almost fell off on freeway due to loose nuts. Called mitsubshi motors. They suggested I have them replaced by dealer since they are custom nuts, at my expense.

2 Wheel Bolts problem

Lugs: nuts and bolts break when wheels are changed. Consumer has replaced about 25 lug nuts.


Other Wheel related problems of the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Wheel Rim problems
4
Wheel problems
4
Wheel Bolts problems
2


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