1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 29%of 34 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 29% of the 34 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.
“Transmission was sticking when the vehicle was in drive . Also, air conditioner made a humming sound when turned on. Speedometer went from 20 mphs to 140 mhs and it broke, and the needle came out through the dashboard.”
NHTSA complaint #858582, filed 2000-03“Transmission gears were slipping. Also, engine died while driving due to defctiv etiming belt. This is the second timing belt needed for this vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #849210, filed 1999-09“Vehicle completely cuts off while driving, no warning lights, no prior indication at all, traveling speed 60-65mph. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem. Vehicle experiences vibration and pulls to the right. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing shifting problems. A/c was blowing hot air, dealer replaced A/C lines and compressor. Banging and clanking noises from valve cover area, dealer diagnosed as an internal engine problem and installed short block and replaced the timing belt. Dealer has replaced the iacs solenoid for the stalling problem, however vehicle continues to stall.”
NHTSA complaint #825743, 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 1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse
5 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 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.
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