Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 8 owner complaints for the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Most complaints involve electrical system (4) and power train (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
8
Top: electrical system
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 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
8 complaints filed with NHTSA · Apr 2022 – Oct 2026
- Electrical system4
- Power train1
- Structure1
- Steering1
- Engine1
- Other / unknown2
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
Electrical system
4 reports
“My 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross SE has developed a localized area of unresponsive touch input in the lower-center portion of the infotainment touchscreen. The display itself continues to function normally, but touch commands do not register in the affected area. The failure is repeatable and appears to be a hardware/touchscreen digitizer failure. This creates a safety and vehicle-operation concern because the touchscreen is also used to access and adjust vehicle settings and functions, not just entertainment. When controls are located within the unresponsive area, those settings cannot be adjusted. One specific concern is the vehicle's power-folding mirror setting. If the touchscreen becomes unresponsive in the area needed to access or adjust this setting, the driver may be unable to change the mirror-folding configuration. In cold weather, the mirrors can potentially freeze while folded, creating an operational and visibility concern. I have found other reports of similar touchscreen failures on 2022 Eclipse Cross vehicles. I also found Mitsubishi TSB-25-54-002/TIN-25-54-001 concerning unresponsive SDA2 touchscreens on certain 2020–2022 Mitsubishi vehicles.…”
Power train
1 report
“There is times when driving that the transmission jerks when I press the pedal, like the car is slipping when acceleration. I have 76,600 miles on it.”
Structure
1 report
“The Wind blew the passenger side panels off my car while driving. It even took some of the clips from the car. Safe panels should be tested for extreme wind and should not have fallen off”
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
- 4 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
- 4 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.
2022 Eclipse Cross questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 7, 2026.
What are the most common 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross problems?
Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (4), power train (1), structure (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross at 25–27 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).
How safe is the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 7, 2026