10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

May 222001

(reported on)

Eclipse 4WD

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Transfer case for 4- wheel drive locked up while driving at highway speed, causing wheels to lock up, and vehicle to spin around numerous times. Dealer claimed defect was caused by a missing bolt.

- Sterling, VA, USA

problem #2

Mar 152001

Eclipse

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle is leaking oil from transfer case. This vehicle was not a part of NHTSA recall 98V069001 due to VIN.

- Travis Af Base, CA, USA

problem #1

Oct 041999

Eclipse

  • miles
Consumer contacted manufacturer concerning NHTSA recall #98 V 069 001/transfer case which could lockup due to insufficient lubrication. Manufacturer informed consumer that they were not aware of this recall. Can NHTSA provide additional information on this matter.

- Memphis, TN, USA