4.4

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
25,000 miles

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problem #2

Jan 012003

Eclipse 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 50,000 miles
Engine burns oil at approx. 1 qt per week, also has possible leaks in engine with only 69,000 miles on engine. Has had regular oil changes for life of engine. Brake rotors warped and need replacement, unsure of when last changed. Transmission slips and shifts hard with slow or fast acceleration.

- Fayetteville, NC, USA

problem #1

Dec 301997

Eclipse

  • miles
After starting the vehicle and idling for three to four minutes, the engine surges up to 6000 rpms.

- Mc Gaw Par, IL, USA