Home / EAGLE / SUMMIT

Eagle Summit Problems

The EAGLE Summit is a compact car sold from 1989 to 1996, a rebadged version of the Mitsubishi Mirage. With 512 total complaints on file, owners have reported significant issues with seat belts, power train components, and structural problems. The 1993 model year has notably higher complaints than other years.

512
Total Complaints
0
Total Recalls
8
Model Years
6
Reported Deaths
!

Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

1993
✓

Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

1989 1990 1991

Common Problem Categories

Seat Belts 220
Power Train 58
Structure 38
Engine And Engine Cooling 32
Air Bags 30

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
1996 4 0 0 0 Good
1995 76 0 24 0 Average
1994 36 0 6 0 Average
1993 220 0 2 0 Avoid
1992 108 0 2 0 Below Average
1991 28 0 2 0 Good
1990 12 0 2 0 Good
1989 28 0 2 2 Good

Eagle Summit Years to Avoid

1993, 1992, 1995

Best Eagle Summit Years

1996, 1990, 1991

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common problems with the EAGLE Summit?

The most frequently reported issues include seat belt problems with 220 complaints, power train issues with 58 complaints, structural concerns with 38 complaints, and engine cooling problems.

Which EAGLE Summit years should I avoid?

The 1993 model year is the most problematic with 220 complaints, followed by 1992 with 108 complaints and 1995 with 76 complaints.

Are EAGLE Summit seat belt issues serious?

Yes, seat belt problems represent 220 of 512 total complaints, making this a critical safety concern. Any used Summit should have its seat belt systems thoroughly inspected.

What caused the seat belt complaints?

The high volume of seat belt complaints in the 1993 model year suggests a manufacturing issue with the restraint system during that production period.