2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Only 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2018
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 19 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 7 |
| 2025 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
8 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
After purchasing my vehicle on 10/31/18, I experienced 6 headlight changes from that point till 4/19/20. On 4/19/20, while driving I smelled an electrical burning smell.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-04-21
Also filed under Engine
While parked, ASC system service required indicator light came on. Car was then disabled and unable to be started for approximately 1-2 hours. That happened twice in 2023.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-24
Also filed under Steering
Service brakes
5 of 19 total reports mention: service brakes.
Engine
3 of 19 total reports mention: engine.
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Stalls out when driving Vehicle dealership has not been any help with getting issues fixed despite having purchased vehicle within past 6 months, and having engine issues since purchase. Charged for extra warranties not…
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-16
Vehicle speed control
2 of 19 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Steering
2 of 19 total reports mention: steering.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2018-10-16Electrical system, forward collision avoidance18V620000 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...
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.
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2018-10-16Electrical system, electronic stability control (esc), forward collision avoidance, service brakes, hydraulic18V621000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V620000 · Electrical system, forward collision avoidance
- Recall 18V621000 · Electrical system, electronic stability control (esc), forward collision avoidance, service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.