Power Train Related Problems of the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Table 1 shows ten common power train related problems of the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The number one most common problem is related to the clutch (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the manual transmission (four problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse

The Clutch problem

At approximately 36,500 miles or so noticed the car not wanting to "grip" on take off. Seemed to want to rev higher randomly. . Over a period of 2 days went from no big deal to not being able to drive. I have had previous experience with manual transmissions (2 other personal vehicles ).   Read details...

The Manual Transmission problem

2003 Eclipse emits rattle from the clutch/transaxle since about 30000 miles.   Read details...

The Power Train problem

Takata airbag: my incident has already been reported. I am adding the police report. I am still requiring surgery and unable to use my left arm 10 months later.   Read details...


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