2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross recalls and problems

The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has 2 safety recalls and 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mitsubishi dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross recalls

Recall 18V-620: Forward Collision Avoidance, Electrical System

Reported Sep 14, 2018 · 9,166 vehicles affected · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 18V-621: Forward Collision Avoidance, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Electrical System, Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Sep 14, 2018 · 58,916 vehicles affected · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Problem: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and/or an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system. The software for the Hydraulic Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be incorrect, possibly preventing the intervention of a safety system such as automatic emergency braking, Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), or the Brake Auto Hold (BAH) function when any of these systems are in use.

Risk: If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hydraulic Unit-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-008.

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	8
Service Brakes	5
Unknown or Other	4
Engine	3
Air Bags	2
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Power Train	2
Steering	2
Forward Collision Avoidance	2
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	1
Wheels	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 1
Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Internal › Gears — 1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 11,400 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · reported Aug 23, 2025

The problem: You can drive fast or slow and at any given moment, the car display all alarms like the adaptive cruise control, emergency brake, engine. All the lights start to blink inside the car, there is a beep with those lights. The steering wheel does not move, gets locked, the brakes get locked (you cannot move the steer wheel or press the brakes), the engine starts to make a rattling sound and the car starts to bounce, then slowly the car starts shutting down until its off. This problem has been happening since I bought the car brand new on 2018. At the beginning, the car was inside the…

Electrical System · reported Jul 24, 2025

While parked, ASC system service required indicator light came on. Car was then disabled and unable to be started for approximately 1-2 hours. That happened twice in 2023. While driving on the highway in 2025, ASC system service required, abs system service required, four wheel drive system service required, power steering system service required indicator lights all came on and total loss of power steering while driving approximately 40-50mph.

Engine · reported May 16, 2024

Stalls out when driving Vehicle dealership has not been any help with getting issues fixed despite having purchased vehicle within past 6 months, and having engine issues since purchase. Charged for extra warranties not honored

Electrical System · reported Oct 29, 2022

My streeing locked up while I was going 40mph. Almost crashed the car into another car. My electric brake system light keeps blanking at me when my streeing locked up on me as well.

Power Train · at 10,087 miles · reported Feb 22, 2022

The contact owns a 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated she was turning off the vehicle and shifted gears to park, when exiting the front driver's side, the vehicle began to roll backward and the front driver's side door knocked her down. The contact stated the emergency brakes were not applied. The contact stated the vehicle began to roll over her and her hair and left shoulder got caught under the front driver side tire. The contact was unable to move and was caught under the front driver's side tire for 45 minutes until a bystander heard her yeller out for help. The contact…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: 18V-620 (forward collision avoidance, electrical system), 18V-621 (forward collision avoidance, electronic stability control (esc), electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (8 reports), followed by service brakes (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 11,400 miles.

Are Mitsubishi recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mitsubishi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.