Service Brakes Related Problems of the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Table 1 shows five common service brakes related problems of the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The number one most common problem is related to the brake disc rotor (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake disc (two problems).

Table 1. Service Brakes related problems of Mitsubishi Eclipse


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse

The Brake Disc Rotor problem

Engine burns oil at approx. 1 qt per week, also has possible leaks in engine with only 69,000 miles on engine. Has had regular oil changes for life of engine. Brake rotors warped and need replacement, unsure of when last changed. Transmission slips and shifts hard with slow or fast acceleration.   Read details...

The Brake Disc problem

While driving the braking system malfunctioned, may cause extended stopping which could result in an accident. Dealer will replaced brake pads and rotated the rotors.   Read details...

The Brake Foundation Components problem

Since purchase of vehicle brakes have been replaced three times in one year. Dealer has been contacted.   Read details...


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