Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 1995
Model Eclipse made in 1995 by Mitsubishi Caribbean got 7 consumer complains as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to communications and engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning suspension .
Model 1995
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | ||||||||||||||||
00V421003 | MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN | from 03/01/1994 to 06/30/1999 | V (Vehicle) | 5164 | 05/24/2001 | ODI | MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN | 04/06/2001 | 08/16/2001 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. this campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v-066. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Owner notification began may 21, 2001.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-800-981-0452. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
99V066004 | MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN | from 06/17/1994 to 06/06/1996 | V (Vehicle) | 3789 | 10/14/1999 | ODI | MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN | 05/19/1999 | 05/20/1999 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot is damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Owner notification began october 14, 1999. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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COMMUNICATIONS - HORN ASSEMBLY | |||
03/01/2000 | 97000 | 7 | |
The consumer complained about an ongoing gas odor problem within the cabin of the vehicle. the odor was strongest when the vehicle was turned off, but could also be smelled when the vehicle was idled. the dealership serviced the vehicle several times, but was unable to remedy the problem. they claimed that they didn't smell the gas odor. *ak the belts were noisy and were worn out. both drive belts were replaced, the front wheels wore out fast, the horn was inoperative due to an open circuit, the third brake light would shake and vibrate, the right seat wouldn't lock, and the radio was inoperative. *sc the head gasket was leaking oil.*jb | |||
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
03/01/2000 | 97000 | 7 | |
The consumer complained about an ongoing gas odor problem within the cabin of the vehicle. the odor was strongest when the vehicle was turned off, but could also be smelled when the vehicle was idled. the dealership serviced the vehicle several times, but was unable to remedy the problem. they claimed that they didn't smell the gas odor. *ak the belts were noisy and were worn out. both drive belts were replaced, the front wheels wore out fast, the horn was inoperative due to an open circuit, the third brake light would shake and vibrate, the right seat wouldn't lock, and the radio was inoperative. *sc the head gasket was leaking oil.*jb | |||
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | |||
03/01/2000 | 97000 | 7 | |
The consumer complained about an ongoing gas odor problem within the cabin of the vehicle. the odor was strongest when the vehicle was turned off, but could also be smelled when the vehicle was idled. the dealership serviced the vehicle several times, but was unable to remedy the problem. they claimed that they didn't smell the gas odor. *ak the belts were noisy and were worn out. both drive belts were replaced, the front wheels wore out fast, the horn was inoperative due to an open circuit, the third brake light would shake and vibrate, the right seat wouldn't lock, and the radio was inoperative. *sc the head gasket was leaking oil.*jb | |||
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||
03/01/2000 | 97000 | 7 | |
The consumer complained about an ongoing gas odor problem within the cabin of the vehicle. the odor was strongest when the vehicle was turned off, but could also be smelled when the vehicle was idled. the dealership serviced the vehicle several times, but was unable to remedy the problem. they claimed that they didn't smell the gas odor. *ak the belts were noisy and were worn out. both drive belts were replaced, the front wheels wore out fast, the horn was inoperative due to an open circuit, the third brake light would shake and vibrate, the right seat wouldn't lock, and the radio was inoperative. *sc the head gasket was leaking oil.*jb | |||
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
03/01/2000 | 97000 | 7 | |
The consumer complained about an ongoing gas odor problem within the cabin of the vehicle. the odor was strongest when the vehicle was turned off, but could also be smelled when the vehicle was idled. the dealership serviced the vehicle several times, but was unable to remedy the problem. they claimed that they didn't smell the gas odor. *ak the belts were noisy and were worn out. both drive belts were replaced, the front wheels wore out fast, the horn was inoperative due to an open circuit, the third brake light would shake and vibrate, the right seat wouldn't lock, and the radio was inoperative. *sc the head gasket was leaking oil.*jb | |||
SEATS | |||
03/01/2000 | 97000 | 7 | |
The consumer complained about an ongoing gas odor problem within the cabin of the vehicle. the odor was strongest when the vehicle was turned off, but could also be smelled when the vehicle was idled. the dealership serviced the vehicle several times, but was unable to remedy the problem. they claimed that they didn't smell the gas odor. *ak the belts were noisy and were worn out. both drive belts were replaced, the front wheels wore out fast, the horn was inoperative due to an open circuit, the third brake light would shake and vibrate, the right seat wouldn't lock, and the radio was inoperative. *sc the head gasket was leaking oil.*jb | |||
SUSPENSION | |||
03/01/2000 | 97000 | 7 | |
The consumer complained about an ongoing gas odor problem within the cabin of the vehicle. the odor was strongest when the vehicle was turned off, but could also be smelled when the vehicle was idled. the dealership serviced the vehicle several times, but was unable to remedy the problem. they claimed that they didn't smell the gas odor. *ak the belts were noisy and were worn out. both drive belts were replaced, the front wheels wore out fast, the horn was inoperative due to an open circuit, the third brake light would shake and vibrate, the right seat wouldn't lock, and the radio was inoperative. *sc the head gasket was leaking oil.*jb |
Car dealers selling
State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
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SC | FLORENCE | 29502 | OLDSMOBILE GMC TRUCK, INC AND KING CADIL | 662 3296 |