Four problems related to frame and members have been reported for the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Both my handles broke off, the drivers side arm rest,( where the buttons for the windows are), fell off and into the cavity below. The convertible top leaks badly along the point where the top meets the car windshield,windows,and back window. Very upset that there are many people with same problem yet no one wants to address the issue. . . Mitsubishi should pay for repairs. . .
Convertible roof does not fold down due to bent frame members on each side - called "bent top stack control links". This prevents the top front bow from closing tightly and allows water to enter the cab causing additional damage from mold and mildew - health hazards. The head liner pulls 1-1/2" from the front bow and sags significantly due to the slack distorting the view forward and limits the view in the mirror - a definite safety issue. The repair should be a factory issue and not cost me more than $500 for the parts and labor. If this bar breaks it will further damage the rag top and quadruple the repair cost. The repair shop said this has been a problem with many mitzu ecclipse spyders since they were introduced. Recall - recall - recall. Thanks.
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The convertible top strut arm is bent not allowing the top to open or close properly. Dealer states it's a manufacturing defect.
| Roof And Pillar problems | |
| Frame And Members problems | |
| Door problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Door Hinge problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate problems | |
| Body problems |