1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse Engine problems

I was getting on the freeway when I lost control of my vehicle out of no where, luckily I was in the middle of the on ramp and not in freeway traffic yet. My vehicle pulled toward the drive side, I quickly pulled e-brake turned my wheel opposite of traffic and braked. The car started fish tailing right to left because of the drive side pulling and me trying not to allow the car to spin out or go off the side of the on ramp. When the vehicle came to a stop I made sure my family and I were safe and no other vehicle...

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 25 mph the vehicle started smoking under the hood. It was pulled to the side of the road where the engine stalled. The fire department was called to the scene but no report was filed. They determined there was not a fire, but there was a leak of oil and antifreeze due to a busted hose. The vehicle was towed to the contacts home. Although the dealer was alerted no other inspections were made.

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

(1) Ticking noise from the crankshaft pulley area with the clutch depressed. Kind of a swooshing tickey noise. This is the crankshaft position sensor trigger plate rubbing on the crankshaft position sensor. (2) Stalling when the clutch is depressed. The trigger plate and crankshaft have been moving so much that the trigger plate is wearing through the sensor. Car lost power steering and put me and my family in danger. *Jb

Engine dies with out any warning, regardless of speed. Replaced fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel pump relay, and no change in the problem. I have recently been informed that my crankshaft is "walking" and that it has caused the crankshaft position sensor to go bad. *Ak

Consumer stated that vehicle constantly stalled. It cut off while consumer was driving on the freeway at 50-60 mph. This was dangerous. He almost got into an accident when vehicle stopped in traffic. Dealer put vehicle on the diagnostic machine and did not find anything wrong.*Ak

Oil leak inside of the engine caused the vehicle to smoke. Mechanic noticed a seal broke from the engine, and it needed to be replaced. Consumer alleges that the problem is similar to the problem recalled under nhtsa campaign no. 98V-069; however, the consumer's vehicle is not included in the recall. *Ak *mjj *mr

While driving the vehicle stalled and it became hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. *Nlm

The head gasket failed, which caused fluid to leak. *Jb

Crankshaft walk. 1995 Mits. Eclipse 2wd turbo. My son bought this car directly from having the bottom end rebuilt. Within 200 miles of drive time the crankshaft sensor went out. The mechanic that did the rebuild said he did not replace the sensor so no warranty. After spending another 160.00 On a new crankshaft sensor and interrupter plate. It lasted for approximately. Another 200 miles and died at 60 miles an hour on the freeway. It went back to the mechanic who replaced the crank bearings plate and sensor. It...

Car stops running unexpectedly. Won't restart right away / must way about an hour. Unexpected engine halting causes loss of power steering and power brakes making steering and stopping of vehicle difficult and dangerous. The unexpected engine halting occurs weekly making the vehicle not dependable transportation.

While driving there is a strong smell of fumes inside/ outside of vehicle. Dealership has been notified of problem, and seemd not to find out what caused it. *Ak

Consumer has had to have head gasket replaced three times on vehicle. While driving, vehicle leaks oil. Took to dealer for repairs. *Ak.*Jb

When parking vehicle for a period of time there seems to be a constant oil leak.*Ak

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

I believe the stalling caused the engine failure, dealer does not, ive taken the car to the dealer three times for the stalling, they say it does'nt stall with them. *Ak

External head gasket leak, causing oil to leak into the spark plug compartments.*Ak

While driving 70 mph vehicle will stall. Also, will lose power/ steering and brakes will not function properly. Contacted dealer, and has had vehicle in shop, but has not solved problem. *Ak

While driving the engine will stall without warning. Dealer has been contacted. *Ak the vehicle towed twice for the same problem. The dealer couldn't duplicate the problem they said possibly, the computer shuts off. *Yh

Ongoing problem with vehicle continually stalling. Vehicle been to dealer on several occasions, and had numerous repairs and parts replaced. But, problem still reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information on this matter.*Ak

I am one of many who have experienced the walking crankshaft problem which requires the replacement of the engine at a cost of approx $4000.00. I have tried to establish a class action lawsuit against mitsubishi for this problem but to no avail. You can call me at [[redacted]] if you have questions. I hope this problem is settled someday. Thank you. *Ak parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Vehicle keeps stalling. Can be driving down highway and all of a sudden vehicle will lose power and engine die. *Ak

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Camshaft started making same noise at 97,000 miles as it did at 47,000 when it failed at 65 mph on the hwy. Engine shut down and all power was lost. I am concerned that this will happen again in the near future and it is no longer covered by warranty. I belive that the life time of the part may only be aprox. 45,000 Miles. The mechanic descibed the problem as the "cam shaft was walking". He also said that he had seen a few other cases.*Ak

Emits a strong odor of fuel or exhaust into the cabin, and around the car. Previously, they claim to have addressed it, but mitsu asks me to bring it back to let them look again. This is unbearable, and probably unsafe. I think they want me to bring it in at their convenience, and they will not fix it unless you help them see the importance.*Ak