Table 1 shows five common suspension related problems of the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension lower ball joint (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension lower control arm (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problems | |
| Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problems | |
| Suspension problems | |
| Suspension Noise problems | |
| Front Suspension problems |
"takata recall" I have replaced my control arms about 4 times now in the past 2 years. I have it fixed and then the squeaking always comes back, last about 6 months and then lower ball joint breaks. Last time it broke I was going about 40mph, it was very scary. Read details...
Rattling/clacking when driving slowing on rough road. Found right front lower lateral arm has a lot of play and also inner and outer tire rod ends have a lot of play. The front lower lateral arm to suspension and everything dropped prior getting to dealership to inspect and fix it. Read details...
Ongoing problem with vehicle shaking while driving at approx. 40 or more mph. Also, rotors and pads needed replacing every two to three months. Could NHTSA help in the matte. ; vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on nine occasions or more, and nothing had appeared to br corrected. Please help! Read details...