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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints for the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Most complaints involve exterior lighting (2) and structure (1). The EPA rates it 25–27 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
25–27mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
5
Top: exterior lighting
Fuel cost / yr
$2,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

5 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2023 – Nov 2025
  1. Exterior lighting2
  2. Structure1
  3. Engine1
  4. Steering1
  5. Power train1
  6. Air bags1
  7. Electrical system1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Eclipse Cross model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
201819
201913
20205
20228
20235
20247
20254
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Exterior lighting

2 reports1 crash
“Unknown”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 5, 2025Exterior lighting, Structure, EngineCrash reportedODI 11697740

Structure

1 report1 crash

Engine

1 report1 crash
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 7, 2026
04 —Key specs

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
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Eclipse Cross ES 2WD
Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
262927$2,300327
Eclipse Cross 2WD
Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
252826$2,400338
Eclipse Cross ES 4WD
Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
252826$2,400337
Eclipse Cross 4WD
Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
252625$2,500347
  • Eclipse Cross ES 2WD
    Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo
    26 city · 29 hwy · $2,300/yr
    27
    mpg comb.
  • Eclipse Cross 2WD
    Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo
    25 city · 28 hwy · $2,400/yr
    26
    mpg comb.
  • Eclipse Cross ES 4WD
    Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo
    25 city · 28 hwy · $2,400/yr
    26
    mpg comb.
  • Eclipse Cross 4WD
    Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo
    25 city · 26 hwy · $2,500/yr
    25
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Mitsubishi 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%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 7, 2026Vehicle 17052Vehicle 17051
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat 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.
09 —FAQ

2023 Eclipse Cross questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 7, 2026.

What are the most common 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross problems?

Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are exterior lighting (2), structure (1), engine (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross get?

The EPA rates the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross at 25–27 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).

How safe is the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 7, 2026