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2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 25 complaints on file for the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

25

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

9

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

9

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Eclipse Cross years?

Eclipse Cross NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted36 complaints2018: 36 complaints2019: 25 complaints2020: 6 complaints2022: 8 complaints2023: 8 complaints2024: 12 complaints2025: 5 complaints
Eclipse Cross NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags416%
Electrical System416%
Transmission312%
Brakes312%
Steering312%
Other28%
Lighting14%
Fuel System14%
Driver Assistance14%
Tires & Wheels14%
Engine14%
Seat Belts14%

Does the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V620000Driver AssistanceSeptember 14, 2018 · 9,166 units

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“It appears the EclipseCross electrical system shut down while traveling in a rain storm causing a accident when engine shut down and steering was affected, this caused vehicle to lose control and hit concrete barrier. Air bags were deployed except for the driver side that took the impact, reason…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · October 28, 2022 · crash

“I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON 11/12/19, PRESSES THE BRAKES IN PREPARATION TO MAKE A TURN. THE BRAKES FAILED AND WOULD NOT STOP THE VEHICLE , THE ABS , BRAKE ASSIST AND HILL ASSIST DID NOT WORK, WHICH RESULTED IN ME BEING UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE . THE END RESULT WAS ME GETTING INTO A COLLISION…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 12, 2019 · crash

“It appears the EclipseCross electrical system shut down while traveling in a rain storm causing a accident when engine shut down and steering was affected, this caused vehicle to lose control and hit concrete barrier. Air bags were deployed except for the driver side that took the impact, reason…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · October 28, 2022 · crash

“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.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · April 23, 2026

“I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON 11/12/19, PRESSES THE BRAKES IN PREPARATION TO MAKE A TURN. THE BRAKES FAILED AND WOULD NOT STOP THE VEHICLE , THE ABS , BRAKE ASSIST AND HILL ASSIST DID NOT WORK, WHICH RESULTED IN ME BEING UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE . THE END RESULT WAS ME GETTING INTO A COLLISION…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 12, 2019 · crash

2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross — common questions

Is the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross reliable?

The record is thin — 25 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2019 Eclipse Cross problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (4 complaints), electrical system (4 complaints), brakes (3 complaints).

Does the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Eclipse Cross years to avoid are 2018. The cleanest record among Eclipse Cross years belongs to 2025.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.