2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 30, 2026 · 13 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Eclipse Cross years
Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. That ranks 2nd out of 7 Eclipse Cross model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (4 complaints, 31%), typically at around 13,500 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
A 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross facelift photographed in Fresh Meadows, Queens , New York, USA. The metadata date of this photo is inaccurate (camera was recent. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags4 · ~13,500 mi
Electrical System4 · ~7,420 mi
Power Train3 · ~200,000 mi
Steering3 · ~54,008 mi
Service Brakes2 · ~865 mi
Unknown or Other2 · ~16 mi
Engine1
Exterior Lighting1 · ~865 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance1 · ~13,500 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~7,420 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags431%13,500——
Electrical System431%7,420——
Power Train323%200,000——
Steering323%54,008——
Service Brakes215%865——
Unknown or Other215%16——
Engine18%———
Exterior Lighting18%865——
Forward Collision Avoidance18%13,500——
Fuel/propulsion System18%7,420——
Seat Belts18%800——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic18%108,000——
Wheels18%16——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2019, with 2 complaints
2019: 2201922020: 2202022021: 1202112022: 2202222023: 2202322024: 1202412025: 2202522026: 120261

n = 13 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross recalls (1)

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Forward collision avoidance:software:pedestrian/cyclist/object/obstacle/ recognition; electrical system:softwareSep 14, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V620000 · 9,166 vehicles

Problem: Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.

Risk: If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. The resulting rapid deceleration of the vehicle can increase the risk of a rear-end collision.

Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-007.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Without any warning after traveling downstate with our family the transmission let go. Never any warning lights, no transmission slippage. We went into a store and when we left the car wouldn't move. Mitsubishi dealer gave me a quote for a new transmission, and it cost what I owe on the car.

Power Train · received May 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11741079

The contact owns a 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed to merge onto the highway; however, the vehicle started losing motive power. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The…

Power Train · received Sep 11, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11686550

The contact owned a 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, he became aware that the vehicle was not responding to operator inputs—acceleration, braking, or steering. As a result, the contact briefly lost control of the vehicle, only coming to a complete…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Mar 3, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11645998

Brakes are season up at only 42,000 miles

Service Brakes · received Sep 2, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11612083

Are anyone else having the same problem. The vehicle is stuck in park intermittently and you have to push the button to release the gear shift knob out of park. pretty annoying to have to do this occasionally when before all you had to do was put your foot on the brake squeeze the shift knob lever…

Unknown or Other · received Dec 7, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11559035

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Eclipse Cross model years, the 2019 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.