NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Safety Ratings
The 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 6 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross AWD SUV establishes a strong safety profile, earning an overall rating from NHTSA. This performance is reflected in its NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. Notably, this model year presents a clean recall record and achieved full marks for its avoidance technology, according to federal data.
The 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross AWD SUV received an overall five-star crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, both derived from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross ranks 35 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 18.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 6 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 35 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
What sets the 2022 Eclipse Cross apart in the federal safety record is the combination of a perfect defect record and a perfect avoidance-technology score. The Index breakdown tells the story precisely: crash protection contributes 61 of a possible 70 points, avoidance technology contributes the full 10 of 10, and the defect record contributes the full 20 of 20. That clean sweep on the non-crash-test components is what lifts the total to 91 out of 100 and the Exceptional band. No prior-year Index is on file, so a year-over-year comparison cannot be drawn, but the 2022 score stands on its own as a high-water mark. The five-star overall NHTSA rating is anchored by a perfect five-star side result, with frontal and rollover each at four stars. The 19 percent rollover risk and the No Tip dynamic result are consistent with a well-managed AWD platform. Zero recalls across the entire model year means no outstanding safety campaigns exist to complicate a purchase decision. The six consumer complaints on file are modest in volume and carry no reported injuries or fatalities, though they remain unverified allegations only.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Eclipse Cross AWD SUV earned a top-tier overall safety rating of five out of five stars from NHTSA. This strong performance was largely driven by a five-star rating in side-impact protection. Frontal crash protection and rollover resistance each received four out of five stars. The vehicle demonstrated a 19 percent rollover risk, with dynamic testing confirming a "No Tip" result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15931
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have any recalls?
The 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been subject to a safety recall for this model year. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this vehicle. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as records can be updated after publication.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
NHTSA has logged six unverified owner complaints for this model year. The top alleged problem areas are the electrical system and the unknown-or-other category, each with two reported allegations, followed by single unverified allegations touching the powertrain, structure, steering, and engine. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are reported.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
Before purchasing a used 2022 Eclipse Cross, run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database to confirm no new campaigns have been added since this data was compiled. Verify that the vehicle's avoidance-technology features, including forward collision warning and lane departure warning, are functioning as intended during any pre-purchase inspection.
- The 2022 Eclipse Cross is the only model year in this guide with a perfect 20 out of 20 defect-record score, reflecting zero NHTSA recall campaigns filed against this specific year.
- NHTSA's side-crash rating for this model year reaches the maximum five stars, the strongest single-category result in the crash-test suite, while frontal and rollover each land at four stars.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by NHTSA, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard equipment on this model year, earning the full 10 out of 10 avoidance-tech sub-score.
- Only six unverified consumer complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year, with zero alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths among those reports, making the complaint volume notably low for a vehicle with multiple years of ownership exposure.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross places
The 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross safety questions
Was the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 18.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Eclipse Cross years
Rivals in SUV (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Tesla Model Y 5-Seat | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Qx55 | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Envision | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Buick Enclave | 94/100 | 4 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 15931), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 35 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.