MODEL
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
NHTSA safety across every Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross model year we cover.
Across the 7 model years of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross we cover (2019 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2022 at 91 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2024 at 83. 1 recall have been issued across those years.
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a compact crossover SUV aimed at value-conscious buyers who want a stylish, practical five-passenger vehicle without the premium price tag. Slotting between the Outlander Sport and the larger Outlander in Mitsubishi's lineup, it targets young families and commuters who prioritize everyday versatility. From its 2019 debut through 2025, it has carved out a modest but loyal footprint in one of America's most competitive segments.
At MotorCaliber, we focus on the safety picture, and the Eclipse Cross tells a largely encouraging story. Its best NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, earned in the 2020 model year, places it in Exceptional territory by our grading bands, and that figure is backed by real crash-test hardware. The best-performing model years show a 5-star frontal rating, a 5-star side rating, and a 4-star rollover rating from NHTSA, which is a solid, well-rounded result for this class. The rollover four-star score is worth noting for shoppers who prioritize that metric, but it is not unusual for compact crossovers with a relatively tall ride height. On the recall front, the Eclipse Cross has accumulated just one recall across the entire 2019 to 2025 span we cover. That is a notably clean record for a vehicle covering seven model years, and it signals that Mitsubishi has avoided the kind of systemic manufacturing or engineering problems that can generate cascading safety actions. Owner complaints total 38 across covered years, with 7 alleged crash-related incidents, 1 fire allegation, 4 reported injuries, and zero deaths. These are unverified allegations, as always with NHTSA complaint data, but the volume is relatively low for a seven-year window. Taken together, the Eclipse Cross presents a credible safety case, particularly in its 2020 configuration.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Eclipse Cross as a competent, inoffensive compact crossover that delivers reasonable practicality and a distinctive exterior design. Most find it adequately equipped for everyday use, though they tend to note that it does not lead the segment in any single performance dimension. The overall tone is positive but measured, positioning it as a sensible rather than exciting choice.
- The 2020 model year achieved the highest NHTSA Safety Index in our covered range at 91 out of 100, earning an Exceptional band rating, making it a strong target year for safety-focused used-car shoppers.
- NHTSA crash tests on the best-performing years show 5-star frontal and 5-star side scores, but a 4-star rollover rating, which buyers who prioritize rollover protection should factor into their decision.
- Only one recall has been issued across the full 2019 to 2025 model year span, which is a notably clean record and suggests a relatively low risk of being caught in a large-scale safety action.
- The 38 owner complaints on file include 7 crash allegations and 4 injury allegations across seven model years. These are unverified NHTSA submissions, but shoppers should review the specific complaint descriptions on NHTSA's database before purchasing any individual used example.
Most-recalled year on record: 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross with 1 recalls.