Steering Related Problems of the 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Table 1 shows six common steering related problems of the 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The number one most common problem is related to the steering wheel (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the hydraulic power assist steering system (two problems).


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse

The Steering Wheel problem

At 55mph steering wheel locked, resulting in a collisioalso, recall 01v1011000 has been issued on vehicle's make and model; however, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. Please provide additional information.   Read details...

The Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

The problem began in may. While it was raining and the owner was trying to make a left turn, the steering wheel tightened up. The owner had to stop the car and turn the wheel really hard to turn. It felt like the car did not have power steering. The problem happened mostly in the rain.   Read details...

The Steering Gear Box problem

When the consumer made a turn it was difficult to steer. The steering wheel locked and the vehicle had run off of the road into a ditch. Recall# 00v225001   Read details...


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