Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints for the 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Most complaints involve air bags (3) and forward collision avoidance (2). The EPA rates it 25–26 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
25–26mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
7
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
$2,400est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
7 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2024 – Aug 2026
- Air bags3
- Forward collision avoidance2
- Service brakes2
- Electrical system2
- Parking brake1
- Power train1
- Visibility/wiper1
- Seats1
- 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
Air bags
3 reports3 crashes
“While attempting to park head-on into a parking stall, the car suddenly excellerated at high speed and hit a parking barrier head on. At no time prior to hitting the parking barrier did the drive touch the excellerator pedal. Although the entire front end of the vehicle was totalled into a "V" shape the air bags never deployed. Driver attempted to brake but it was too late, happened too fast. After the impact and with the brake pedal fully engaged the car was still moving. A passerby jumped into the passenger seat and was abel to put the car into park. Police were notified but no accident report was issued according to the responding officier becasue it happened on private property.”
Forward collision avoidance
2 reports2 crashes
“Wrecked and no emergency buttons would work nor did then the air bag didnt deploy when it should of. It busted but didnt come out”
Service brakes
2 reports1 crash
“The contact owns a 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to reverse in cold weather. The contact stated that the brakes were frozen. The contact attempted to rock the vehicle to release the brakes. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to identify the cause of the failure. The contact stated that there was water in the parking brake cable line. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer, Greenbrier Ford, Inc. Service (1686 Jefferson St N, Lewisburg, WV 24901), where it was determined that the parking brake had seized. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the local dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 28,000,”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 7, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
3 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 2WD Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 28 | 26 | $2,400 | 339 |
| Eclipse Cross ES 4WD Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive | 25 | 28 | 26 | $2,400 | 339 |
| Eclipse Cross 4WD Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive | 25 | 26 | 25 | $2,500 | 353 |
- 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.
2024 Eclipse Cross questions
How many recalls does the 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 7, 2026.
What are the most common 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross problems?
Owners filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (3), forward collision avoidance (2), service brakes (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross at 25–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).
How safe is the 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 7, 2026