1993 Mitsubishi Eclipse Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 36%of 36 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1993 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 36% of the 36 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Recalls 98v-069.001/98v-069.000. Yoke snapped in half and the driveshaft got disconnected after the transfer case recall repair work was performed. Contacted manufacturer and cannot remedy the problem due to modifications on vehicle. Provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #833004, filed 1999-01“When shifting into reverse, gear would pop out of reverse. Tried shifting into another gear & it would not move. Had previously locked up in any gear. Took to dealer & mechanic said clutch needed adjusting. The problem had reoccurred.”
NHTSA complaint #822103, filed 1998-05“While driving the dowel pins blew out, cracking the transmission . The transmission went through the clutch, blowing the thrust plate. Dealer and manufacturer has been notified.”
NHTSA complaint #825723, filed 1998-07Related recalls
- 98V069001Mar 26, 1998Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.Covers: Mitsubishi Eclipse 1990–1998
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 2 | 3% |
| 2007 | 2 | 2% |
| 2006 | 6 | 6% |
| 2003 | 20 | 16% |
| 2002 | 4 | 5% |
| 2001 | 19 | 9% |
| 2000 | 17 | 6% |
| 1999 | 25 | 21% |
| 1998 | 28 | 22% |
| 1997 | 22 | 16% |
| 1996 | 16 | 10% |
| 1995 | 48 | 16% |
| 1994 | 10 | 29% |
| 1993 | 13 | 36% |
| 1992 | 21 | 43% |
| 1991 | 19 | 35% |
| 1990 | 25 | 54% |
Other parts of the 1993 Mitsubishi Eclipse
8 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Mitsubishi Eclipse
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology