Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross model year (2018–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Years to Avoid
No years with strongly elevated problem scores identified. Check the full year table below.
Best Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout safe years.
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
All 9 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Eclipse Cross models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Eclipse Cross should I avoid?+
Check the table above for a full ranking of every Eclipse Cross model year by problem score.
What is the best year Eclipse Cross to buy?+
Review the "Best Years" section above for the top-rated Eclipse Cross model years.
Which Eclipse Cross has the fewest problems?+
Use the year-by-year table on this page to find the Eclipse Cross model years with the lowest problem scores.
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