Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Mitsubishi Eclipse

Mitsubishi Eclipse owners have reported 29 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (8 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Mitsubishi Eclipse

Problem Category Number of Problems
Door Latch problems
17
Latches/locks/linkage problems
8
Hood Latch problems
4

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of Mitsubishi Eclipse

The Door Latch problem

2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Consumer writes in regards to issue with latch hook.   Read details...

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

At about 20,000 miles the srs light came on as well as the warning indicator that the passenger was not buckled up even though I could see they were. Also the key can be removed from column without the car in park.   Read details...

The Hood Latch problem

I purchased a 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Shortly after the purchase I noticed that I could no longer open the hood. The vehicle has not been in any kind of accident.   Read details...




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