Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Problems by Year
NHTSA has 60 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, across 7 model years (2018–2025). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (19). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Eclipse Cross year: 2018, 2019. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2018 Eclipse Cross: 19 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2019 Eclipse Cross: 13 complaints, 1 recall
- 2024 Eclipse Cross: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2025 Eclipse Cross: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2020 Eclipse Cross: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2023 Eclipse Cross: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 18 | 5 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 5 | 7 |
| Engine | 9 | 6 | 1 |
| Power Train | 9 | 6 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 3 | 2 |
| Steering | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Structure | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Eclipse Cross | 4 | 0 | 5★ | Engine | |
| 2024 Eclipse Cross | 7 | 0 | 5★ | Air Bags | |
| 2023 Eclipse Cross | 5 | 0 | 5★ | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2022 Eclipse Cross | 7 | 0 | 5★ | Electrical System | |
| 2020 Eclipse Cross | 5 | 0 | 5★ | Engine | |
| 2019 Eclipse Cross | 13 | 1 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2018 Eclipse Cross | 19 | 2 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2018 (19), 2019 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Eclipse Cross year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
Electrical System, with 18 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.