1997 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE Recalls (12)

Campaign:
97V081001 on 05/22/1997
Component:
Seats:front assembly:head restraint
Manufactured:
03/17/1997 - 03/25/1997
Affected:
119
Defect:
The headrest guide bracket was improperly welded to the seat back frame on the passenger side seat back assemblies only.
Consequence:
The headrest support bracket can break, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the passenger seat back assembly with a new assembly.
Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during july 1997. note: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 at 1-800-222-0037. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
98V069001 on 06/15/1998
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission
Manufactured:
05/14/1989 - 03/05/1998
Affected:
24,275
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.
Consequence:
This condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for adequacy of the transfer case oil volume, transfer case oil leakage, and operational degradation of the transfer case mechanism. if oil volume is insufficient, the appropriate amount of oil will be added. if there is transfer case oil leakage, affected components will be replaced. if the transfer case shows operational degradation, the transfer case will be replaced.
Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin april 20, 1998.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 at 1-800-222-0037.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
00V421001 on 12/17/2000
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Manufactured:
02/28/1994 - 06/29/1999
Affected:
567,432
Defect:
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:
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.
Correction:
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 will be conducted in phases.the first phase began april 2, 2001, and the final phase will be completed on september 3, 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 america at 1-888-mitsu-2001 (1-888-648-7820).also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E023000 on 03/13/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
292,000
Defect:
Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began may 9, 2006. owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket headlamp assemblies manufactured by anzo and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
61,944
Defect:
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E044000 on 05/22/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
1,215
Defect:
Certain j & a auto accessories combination headlamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
J & a auto accessories will notify owners and offer to repurchase the headlamps. the recall began on july 10, 2006. owners may contact j & a auto accessories at 310-327-4981.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to j & a auto accessories aftermarket headlamp assemblies and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E049000 on 06/04/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
27,176
Defect:
Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E060000 on 06/28/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
87,745
Defect:
Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash
Correction:
Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2006. owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aai motorsports aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E064000 on 07/16/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
4,029
Defect:
Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2006. owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to tradesonic aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
07E055000 on 07/25/2007
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Affected:
222
Defect:
Certain airtex fuel pump module assemblies, p/n e7081h, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the wall of the flared fitting of the fuel pump is not thick enough to prevent the mating threaded fittings from bottoming out before an adequate seal is achieved. this condition may result in leakage of fuel at the connection of the vehicle fuel line and the fuel pump module assembly.
Consequence:
In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could result in a fire.
Correction:
Airtex will notify owners and replace the fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2007. owners can contact airtex automotive at 800-880-3056.
Notes:
Airtex recall no. fp072007-1.this recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by daimlerchrysler or mitsubishi.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09E012000 on 04/06/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
16,270
Defect:
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
09E025000 on 05/10/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
42,540
Defect:
Dope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

1997 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE TSBs (68)

Bulletin:
TSB9622005
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Additional manual transaxle shift lever operational inspection - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9654012
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Antenna tightening torque. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9631003R
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
1997 tire chain usage. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9711002
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
New valve lash adjuster noise checking and troubleshooting procedures. *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9711001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Revised valve and valve guide specifications (420a engine)- service manual revision. *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9752A001
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Door trim defroster garnish. *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9752B002
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Additional srs air bag troubleshooting procedures- service manual revision. *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9754001
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Cooling and a/c system circuit diagram corrections (deleted fan motor relay [hi])- service manual revision. *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9723002
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
2/4 clutch piston retainer parts identification (f4ac1 transaxle). *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9742A004
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Windshield wind noise. *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9715001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Hesitation and/or surge at higher speeds (4g64 2.4l sohc engine). *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9737A001
Component:
015100 steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Summary:
Power steering belt alignment and troubleshooting procedures. *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9737A003
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
New power steering hose - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9711015
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Throttle body procedures (eclipse/eclipse spyder, mirage, 3000gt) - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9711014
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Valve guide replacement procedures (eclipse/eclipse spyder) - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9711012
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Changed camshaft position sensing cylinder removal sequence - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9700005
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Mut-ii scan tool warranty. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9716002
Component:
114100 electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Summary:
Dtc 58 - intake air temperature sensor harness. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9711004
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Crankshaft bearing selection procedure - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9742A008
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Rear wheel housing water leak. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9726002
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Driveshaft (front axle) removal procedures - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9716004
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Generator stator removal - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
97040100003
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Describing how to reprogram the homelink transmitter. *yc
Bulletin:
97040117001
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Containing the correct vacuum hose routing illustrations for affected vehicles. *yc
Bulletin:
97110123013
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Accelerating prior to a complete stop, the automatic transmission may shift from third gear to second gear with some harshness. *yc
Bulletin:
97110154013
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Information containing additional glass antenna cautions and inspection procedures. *yc
Bulletin:
97090152B003
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Service manual revision on supplemental restraint system (srs) cautions and warnings. *yc
Bulletin:
97090154006
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Revised headlight aiming adjustment procedures. *yc
Bulletin:
97090199017
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject on cylinder head distortion inspection. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB985001
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Service manual revision on a/c clutch air gap. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9723015
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Information about improved automatic transaxle end clutch. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB9754015
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Repair procedures for audio failure on various model years. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9823003
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Experiencing poor a/t shift quality. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9823006
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Corrected information concerning the underdrive accumulator spring. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9834001
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Procedures for repairing abnormal noises from the rear suspension. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9835004
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Service manual revision on abs data list reference and actuator test reference tables. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9813005
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Vehicles may experience long cold start times, sag during warm-up, and stalling. *tt
Bulletin:
98070120004
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Condition with engine overheating. *yc
Bulletin:
98070120023
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Information on convertible top side rail foam seal installation. *yc
Bulletin:
98070120024
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Vehicle experiencing door popping / knocking noise. *yc
Bulletin:
98070120025
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Experiencing leakage from windshield washer nozzle. *yc
Bulletin:
98070120028
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Brief information on adhesion promoters. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9813012
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
This bulletin describes the operation of the evaporative emission control leak detection system and how to dianose diagnostic trouble codes relevant to this system. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9851004
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience front windshield washer nozzle leakage. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9823015
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Concerns with delayed transaxle engagement. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9837A005
Component:
015100 steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Summary:
Subject regarding power steering belt alignement and troubleshooting procedures. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9942A004
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Vehicles exhibiting popping and/or creaking noise in door window glass. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB9934001
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Customers may complain of a squeaking, a hard rubbing noise, and / or a light tapping or knocking sound from the rear suspension when driving over bumps. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB9913001
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Pcm reprogramming & replacement summary (420a engine). *tt
Bulletin:
TSB9911007
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information regarding cylinder head gaskets for remanufactured short blocks. *tt
Bulletin:
48
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding chrysler reprogramming catridge round-up. *tt
Bulletin:
48
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Information regarding intermittent loss of cruise control. *tt
Bulletin:
9922003
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
This bulletin contains recommended manual transmission / transaxle maintenance information. *tt
Bulletin:
9923010
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This bulletin contains recommended automatic transmission / transaxle maintenance information. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0011001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information and related installation procedures about a new, improved head gasket for vehilces equipped with the 2.0l, non-turbo, 420a engine. *tt
Bulletin:
0013005
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This bulletin contains obd-ii drive cycle procedures and warranty claim information for obd-ii drive cycle on affected vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0052A010
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
This bulletin describes how to install the new power seat slide motor. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0123004
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This bulletin contains corrected diagnostic trouble code 41 (solenoid circuit error - lr) diagnosis charts for revised service manual pages. *jb
Bulletin:
TSB0155003
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Service manual revision on revolution pick-up sensor resistance. *jb
Bulletin:
67
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Subject regarding power steering pump replacement. *jb
Bulletin:
01
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Subject regarding diagnostic trouble code p1390 pcm relearn. *tt
Bulletin:
0255002
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Subject regarding corrected air conditioner magnetic clutch service procedures. *jg
Bulletin:
83
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Vehicle technical information regarding manual transmission fluid. *tt
Bulletin:
84
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Subject regarding manual transmission fluid. *tt
Bulletin:
80
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding replacement crank angle sensor wire colors. *tt
Bulletin:
0313005
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Obd-ii drive cycle. *tt
Bulletin:
89
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
No start. 1995-99 420a with manual transmission. *tt
Bulletin:
TT237
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.

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