NHTSA — Suspension: Front: Control Arm: Upper Ball Joint Problems

3.3

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
40,000 miles

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1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse suspension problems

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1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse Owner Comments

problem #2

Apr 202004

(reported on)

Eclipse

  • 80,000 miles

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Consumer complained about a ball joint problem. The wheels can be heard when making a sharp turn. Consumer can hear the rattling from within.

- Columbus, GA, USA

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problem #1

Jul 152002

Eclipse

  • miles
Consumer stated that during a recall replacement of the lower control arms, the dealer discovered that the left side upper control arm was failing due to excessively worn ball joint and should be replaced. The consumer was seeking reimbursement from the manufacturer since these suspension parts failed at the same time.

- West Milford, NJ, USA

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