2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse with a shock rupture due to rust. Consumer states that it is rare that rust in that amount happen on the interior of the vehicle. She states that the manufacturer was not going to investigate her claims. The consumer discovered 3 recalls for her make, model and year for her vehicle. The consumer stated she had already experienced the failures of the recalls. The column switch was replaced because the unit would not self-cancel nor would it cancel manually. The switch would not reset in an off position which caused the lights to remain on once the vehicle had been turned off. The steering wheel vibrated frequently, even when traveling on a straight highway. The consumer also had repeated problems with the engine not starting and always assumed the problem was the battery which the consumer had replaced multiple times. The low oil pressure lamp illuminated frequently, even when the oil was not low. The recall was only for V6 engine's, however the consumer experienced the same problem with her 4 cylinder engine. Recall numbers 99V333001, 99V305001 and 00V225001.

- Roanoke, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In November of 2007, the contact had to replace the battery and the negative terminal due to corrosion. Several months later, the vehicle would not start and was towed to a local mechanic. The mechanic stated that the failure was caused by a defective fuse and it was replaced. The dealer stated that her VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 99V333001 (electrical system:battery:cables). The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer. They have not provided any assistance. The failure mileage was 60,000 and current mileage was 65,000.

- Chicopee, MA, USA

The contact stated the battery cable broke. This was the negative post. The replacement part has been ordered, and it will be repaired when the replacement part arrives. She called and checked for any recalls, and there have not been any recalls.

- Bloomington, MN, USA

I have 2 complaints. My wheels were also dented and fractured upon inspection and had visible wear to my tires. Two different garages had stated to go to the dealer and check on it. They of course said there was no problem and just to buy new rims at $385 each or tires. Of course, after buying tires a few times, I just bought after market rims. The second complaint, is I have had visible corrosion on the battery cables on my car for years and asked the dealer if there was a reason so much is gathering, they advised no. Well, I have replaced the battery and still am having the same problems such as: Air conditioner goes out with the light blinking, car does not start, or while driving it will stall as well as run very sluggish. I have asked repeatedly if there is a problem and they stated not for my car, due to the date made. I find this a little odd, I have all the same problems of the 2000 Eclipse, however, my car was made "during the dates". my car is a 2000 Eclipse GT and my battery wires have shown visible signs of corrosion for years and not being a mechanic how would I have though anything different than changing the battery, as well as getting new tires and new after market rims for the same price as stock rims.

- Mechanicsburg, PA, USA

While having the bumper fixed my collision shop discovered the wiring harness is melting. This is the same problem as NHTSA campaign id number : 99V333001 -- recall date : November 23, 1999 -- component: Electrical system:battery:cables -- except that I do not have a V-6 engine. I believe another recall should be initiated to cover Eclipse's that do not have the V-6 engine as it is the same problem and poses the same risks as the earlier recall.

- Arlington, VA, USA