Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints for the 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Most complaints involve engine (2) and air bags (1). The EPA rates it 25–27 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
25–27mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
5
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$2,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
5 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2021 – Jan 2026
- Engine2
- Air bags1
- Forward collision avoidance1
- Seats1
- Other / unknown1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Engine
2 reports1 fire
“The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated, stalled, and failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the engine was making an abnormal thumping sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was inspected by the dealer after the first failure, and the contact was informed that the failure might be caused by bad gasoline. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000.”
Air bags
1 report1 crash
“I hit a deer head on going 70 miles per hour and the air bags never deployed”
Forward collision avoidance
1 report
“My soda bottle engaged the electronic emergency park brake while driving. The emergency brake will not release causing me not to be able to drive the vehicle.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 7, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
4 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 1.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Automatic (AV-S8)
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive · 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse Cross ES 2WD Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 29 | 27 | $2,300 | 327 |
| Eclipse Cross 2WD Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 28 | 26 | $2,400 | 338 |
| Eclipse Cross ES 4WD Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive | 25 | 28 | 26 | $2,400 | 337 |
| Eclipse Cross 4WD Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive | 25 | 26 | 25 | $2,500 | 347 |
- 27mpg comb.
- 26mpg comb.
- 26mpg comb.
- 25mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS SUV AWD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 18.5%
Overall
5 / 5
Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS SUV FWD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 18.5%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2020 Eclipse Cross questions
How many recalls does the 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 7, 2026.
What are the most common 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross problems?
Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (2), air bags (1), forward collision avoidance (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross at 25–27 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).
How safe is the 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 7, 2026