2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Problems
The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a low number of NHTSA complaints, but the data is limited to one model year. Based on 19 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Electrical Faults the most reported area.
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This 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has 19 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross SUV FWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE CROSS 2018 has 19 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls. Electrical faults lead with 8 complaints, followed by brake system issues with 5. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Mitsubishi
- Model
- Eclipse Cross
- Model year
- 2018
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 19
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 26
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 25 / 28
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Brake System
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Brake System, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
The 2018 Eclipse Cross may be worth considering if you find a well-maintained example, but the low complaint count limits confidence. Prioritize a thorough inspection of electrical and brake components.
Electrical and brake complaints can lead to costly repairs and safety concerns. These patterns should be checked before purchase.
May Suit
This year may suit budget-conscious buyers seeking a compact SUV with a modern design, provided they are willing to perform due diligence.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who prioritize maximum reliability and want to avoid potential electrical or brake issues may want to consider other options.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Inspection Focus
- Inspect electrical system for any warning lights or malfunctions.
- Check brake system for unusual noises, vibrations, or fluid leaks.
- Verify all recall repairs have been performed.
Before You Close the Deal
- Check for any electrical system issues, such as battery or wiring problems.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has 19 complaints and 2 recalls. Electrical faults lead with 8 complaints, followed by brake system issues with 5. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Only one model year is available, so no cross-year comparison is possible.
Recall context: Two recalls indicate that verifying all recall repairs are completed is essential before purchase.
- Electrical faults account for 8 of 19 total complaints.
- Brake system issues account for 5 complaints.
- There is 1 crash-related complaint.
- Electrical Faults (8 complaints)
- Brake System (5 complaints)
- Engine Problems (3 complaints)
Full breakdown
All 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 8 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The problem: You can drive fast or slow and at any given moment, the car display all alarms like the adaptive cruise control, emergency brake, engine. All the lights start to blink inside the car, there is a beep with those lights. The steering wheel does not move, gets locked, t…
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. While driving on the highway in 2025, ASC system service required, abs system service required, four wheel d…
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 honored
My streeing locked up while I was going 40mph. Almost crashed the car into another car. My electric brake system light keeps blanking at me when my streeing locked up on me as well.
The contact owns a 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated she was turning off the vehicle and shifted gears to park, when exiting the front driver's side, the vehicle began to roll backward and the front driver's side door knocked her down. The contact stated the emerg…
First time I was at a wedding didn't realize I had laid key fob on top of car . Car cranked when I left wedding I assumed it was in the car when I got home and tried to crank dash said no key detected. 2nd incident I keep key fob attached to my purse I picked up my grandson so he…
THE BATTERY IS ALWAYS DRAINING EVEN WHEN NOT IN COLD TEMPERATURES I HAVE TO TURN THE KEY TWICE IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO START. MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE OTHER DAY IN THE CAR COMPLETELY STALLED MID DRIVE ON A BUSY ROAD
WHEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE, THE BSW ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK.
THE METAL PART WHERE THE DOOR CLOSE IS STICKING UP AND HIT MY FEET EVERY TIME I GET OUT MY CAR. AND IT'S NOT SAFE
THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG EXPLODED ON MY LEFT SIDE, CUTTING MY LEFT ARM AND RENDERING ME DEAF IN BOTH EARS FROM THE IMPACT WHEN I WAS HIT ON THE LEFT REAR PANEL BY A MOTORCYCLE, KILLING THE RIDER. MY HEARING IS PERMANENTLY DAMAGED AND I HAVE SUSTAINED BACK AND NECK INJURY. I WAS IN A M…
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. AS I PROCEEDED TO PULL TO A SAFE LOCATION MY HEADLIGHT INDICATOR LIGHT CAME THEN I LOSS ALL POWER AND FUNCTION…
WHEN ON THE HIGHWAY, I SET THE CRUISE FOR A SET SPEED. WITH NO OTHER CARS AROUND ME, MY SPEED WILL VARY SIGNIFICANTLY. I SET THE SPEED FOR 70MPH (SPEED LIMIT) AND THE CAR WILL GO FROM 64MPH AND SURGE UP TO 78MPH ALL ON IT'S OWN. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME 4 TIMES TO DATE. ONCE IT …
WHEN I USE THE ACC, AND THE HIGHWAY IS HILLY, THE ACC WILL ENGAGE THE FCM (FORWARD COLLISION MITIGATION), RESULTING IN THE BRAKES BEING APPLIED, SOMETIMES FORCEFULLY, RESULTING IN AN IMMEDIATE SLOW DOWN OF MY VEHICLES SPEED. THIS CAN CAUSE ACCIDENTS AS THOSE AROUND ME HAD TO SLAM…
THE LOW GAS GAUGE DOES NOT WORK. IT WILL NOTIFY ME THAT I HAVE 50 MILES LEFT ON MY TANK AND WITHIN 5 MILES WILL GO TO 0 WITH WARNING LIGHTS TO REFUEL IMMEDIATELY. IT DOES NOT SAY HOW MANY MILES ARE LEFT. IT RAPIDLY GOES FROM 50 MILES LEFT TO 0. THIS HAS CAUSED ME TO RUN OUT OF GA…
EXHAUST FUMES GETTING INTO CABIN CAUSING HEADACHE, FATIGUE, AND CONCENTRATION ISSUES. SEVERAL DEALERSHIPS IN THE AREA ARE AWARE OF ISSUE BUT NO SOLUTION FROM MITSUBISHI. DEALER SHIP ALSO CONFIRMED EXHAUST SMELL IN CAR AND ATTEMPTED AT SEVERL REPAIRS WITHOUT RESOLUTION.
AT TIMES WHEN I AM DRIVING THE PASSENGER AIR BAG IS TURNED OFF. SOME TIMES MY CAR EMERGENCY BREAK COMES ON BUT THERE IS NO ONE IN FRONT OF ME
WHILE DRIVING THE ABOVE VEHICLE ON THE FREEWAY THE CAR SHUT DOWN. I PULLED OVER SAFELY TO THE SIDE. SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF COMPLETELY AND THEN RESTARTED IT.THE DASH WAS LIT UP LIKE A CHRISTMAS TREE AND THE CAR STARTED AND WAS TO DRIVE HOME IN A LIMP MODE IN. CALLED THE DEALER THE C…
AFTER STARTING THE CAR, AND GOING IN REVERSE, YOU CAN HEAR A CRACKING OR CLICKING NOISE (IT'S REALLY HARD TO TELL), AND SOMETIMES IT'S REALLY LOUD, IF THE BRAKES OR SOMETHING ELSE WAS STUCK AND WAS ABOUT TO BREAK A PART. IT SOUNDS ON THE READ SIDE AND IN THE FRONT SIDE TOO. YOU C…
STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. LIGHT TURNED GREEN STEPPED ON THE GAS, TRUCK ACCELERATED. THEN BEGAN TO FEEL LIKE SOMETHING WASN'T NORMAL, ENGINE BEGAN TO MAKE QUICK HIGH AND LOW PITCHED SOUNDS. WAS ONLY GOING 10MPH IF THAT. TRIED TO STEP ON THE BRAKES AND PULL OVER, BUT THE BRAKES DIDN…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.
Safety recalls
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Two recalls indicate that verifying all recall repairs are completed is essential before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
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Questions
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 19 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2018 Eclipse Cross may be worth considering if you find a well-maintained example, but the low complaint count limits confidence. Prioritize a thorough inspection of electrical and brake components. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (8 complaints). #2: Brake System (5 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 19 total complaints. 2 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Two recalls indicate that verifying all recall repairs are completed is essential before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?▾
The 2018 Eclipse Cross may be worth considering if you find a well-maintained example, but the low complaint count limits confidence. Prioritize a thorough inspection of electrical and brake components. Electrical and brake complaints can lead to costly repairs and safety concerns. These patterns should be checked before purchase. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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