Table 1 shows three common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The number one most common problem is related to the cruise control (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the accelerator pedal (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Cruise Control problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Speed Control Springs problems |
While driving at 55 mph consumer put the vehicle in cruise control. When cruise control was engaged vehicle revved, and picked up speed. Consumer checked the vehicle, and found that the cruise control vacuum pump hose was the problem. Dealer examined the vehicle and came to the same conclusion. Read details...
While engaging vehicle into drive it accelerated at 60 mph. As a result, vehicle jumped the curb and was airborne on the right side. Vehicle ended up landing in an embankment and crashing into a brick wall. No report of air bag deployment. Driver and passenger sustained neck and back injuries. Read details...
"takaya recall" 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse gt, 3. 0lv6 automatic transmission. 16 years old, but only 157621 miles driving as usual when without any notice or warning, no longer having any power to wheels from transmission (engine still running normal as usual). Read details...