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1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Brakes Problems

Complaints
11about this part
Share
9%of 129 total for the year
Median mileage
50,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 9% of the 129 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 50,000 miles.

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.

“The rotors on my brakes lasted a good month and a half before they started to shake violently when I would try to gradually brake from speeds between 45-65 MPH. Today I was exiting the freeway at about 65 MPH and it felt like they just weren't stopping me. There was no pressure. I had the brakes checked out and the pads are like new, the rotors show some warping, however im not sure a warped rotor can cause brake failure. Id like to feel a lot more comfortable while driving my car. Im glad nothing extreme happened.”

NHTSA complaint #10054241, filed 2004-01, 37,500 miles

“Front brakes on 1998 mistubishi Eclipse vibrate when brakes applied. Vehicle has experienced this brake failure 4 times in the last 4 years. Rotors resurfaced at 12,000 miles. Rotors replaced at 27,000 miles and resurfaced and replaced again at 77,000 miles. This is unacceptable. Exterior door handles broke twice. (plastic)”

NHTSA complaint #10005597, filed 2003-02, 87,000 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.”

NHTSA complaint #10000870, filed 2003-01, 50,000 miles

“The car is shaking every time I use brakes. Been told that I need to have the roters changed. But the car is just one year old. Isn't it premature wear.”

NHTSA complaint #714303, filed 1999-11

“Have had to have car in 7 times for warped rotors and brakes. Dealership each time has told me I have to pay while under warranty. I did have to buy new brakes while car under warranty due to warped rotor wear. I have been told that I have to pay for all warped rotors and brakes even while under warranty. My brakes feel as though they are going to fail and possibly cause collision. Also, tire just fell off rim driving out of parking lot. Had to put new tires on car after 6 months ownership. Sunroof leaks. I have had this car only one year and six months. Thank you for your assistance. …”

NHTSA complaint #718014, filed 2000-01

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Brakes: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2012225%
20092867%
20085882%
20078781%
20067172%
2004321%
200343%
200234%
200184%
2000103%
1999108%
1998119%
1997107%
19962616%
19954214%
1994515%
199338%
199212%
199147%
199012%

Other parts of the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Transmission and drivetrain
28 complaints
Engine cooling
21 complaints
Air bags
18 complaints
Suspension
12 complaints
Body and structure
11 complaints
Electrical system
9 complaints
Latches, locks and linkages
8 complaints
Vehicle speed control
7 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaints
Tires
6 complaints
Fuel system
5 complaints
Other or unknown
5 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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