2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 6 owner complaints. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has 6 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Eclipse Cross | 13 | 1 |
| 2020 Eclipse Cross | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Eclipse Cross (this page) | 6 | 0 |
| 2023 Eclipse Cross | 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Eclipse Cross | 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Eclipse Cross | 4 | 0 |
Limited NHTSA data — only 6 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily.
Only 6 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident reliability call. Could be a clean record or just thin data.
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
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
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.
the vehicle has steered to the right since I purchased the car with under 20 miles. at 16504 while the car is in park and on there is this strong vibration throughout the whole vehicle.
The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH and turning on the A/C, the vehicle made an abnormal loud sound and shut off inadvertently. The contact stated that upon restarting the vehicle with the A/C turned on, the failure…
Common questions
Is the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross reliable?
Limited NHTSA data. Only 6 owner complaints have been filed for the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.
Should you avoid the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
Only 6 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident reliability call. Could be a clean record or just thin data. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.
What should I check before buying a used 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.
Is the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross a good used car to buy?
Hard to say from federal data alone — only 6 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.
How do I check if my Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 6 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.