Mitsubishi Eclipse owners have reported 330 wheel related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common wheel problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel rim (236 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel (85 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wheel Rim problems | |
| Wheel problems | |
| Wheel Bolts problems | |
| Wheel Multi Piece problems | |
| Wheel problems | |
| Wheel Cover/hubcaps problems |
Driving on hwy. 80 on dry road at approx. 60-65 mph, in fast lane, car started to shake, as we pulled over to the side of freeway, tire blew out. . . Complete separation of belt from sidewalls,both side walls still on rim, belt (intact) rolled down freeway. Read details...
I brought the vehicle used in 2008, after driving for a week or 2 I notice the tires were loosing air. I am constantly filling the tires with air every 2 to 3 days. I have taken this vehicle to the dealer and 2 other shops for a diagnosis and they said it was the tires, I replaced the tires and I Read details...
Lug:nuts put on to specification when tires replaced. Within 1 month front driver tire almost came off due to loose nuts. Mechanic tightened to specification. Ith 1 month both front tires almost fell off on freeway due to loose nuts. Called mitsubshi motors. Read details...
17" rims on my 2001 Mitsubishi spyder are bent for no apparent reason. This has been the case for over 18 months. I asked the Mitsubishi dealers in my area and they said I must have hit something to create the problem. I did not. Read details...
Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for a routine check up, and mechanic determined tha driver's rear wheel broke, and replaced it. Read details...