2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 8 of 19 complaints (42%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more deaths (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | vs. 2018 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,300–2,500 | 2,300–2,500 | 2,300–2,500 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–27 | 25–27 | 25–27 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–26 / 26–29 | 25–26 / 26–29 | 25–26 / 26–29 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 327–347 | 327–347 | 327–347 | |
| Complaints filed | 19 | 13 | 5 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 3 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 3 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
Electrical: 8 of 19 NHTSA complaints (42%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross get?
EPA rates it 25–27 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
EPA estimates $2,300–$2,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 25 mpg (low) | 28 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 338 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 26 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | $2,300 (low) | 327 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 1.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 25 mpg (low) | 26 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 347 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 1.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 25 mpg (low) | 28 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 337 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC); FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL · Campaign 18V621000 · Sep 18, 2018
Defect: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and/or an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system. The software for the Hydraulic Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be incorrect, possibly preventing the intervention of a safety system such as automatic emergency braking, Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), or the Brake Auto Hold (BAH) function when any of these systems are in use.
Consequence: If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hydraulic Unit-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-008.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:SOFTWARE:PEDESTRIAN/CYCLIST/OBJECT/OBSTACLE/ RECOGNITION · Campaign 18V620000 · Sep 18, 2018
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.