Is the 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS reliable?

The 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS has 8 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: above-average. Most common issue: LIGHTING problems.

What are common problems with the 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS?

Top problems: LIGHTING (2 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (1 complaints, avg repair $500); AIR BAGS (1 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS?

No recalls have been issued for the 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS?

The 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS gets 26 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1846. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS is approximately $1,735/year (suv-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS has 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 8. The most common issue is lighting problems (25% of all complaints), specifically: the contact owns a 2023 mitsubishi eclipse cross. the contact stated while driving at night with the low beam headlights activated, there was a shadow illuminated in the field of view and the road ahead was not visible. additionally, while driving downhill at night with the low-beam headlights illum.

3 crash reports

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 7)

LIGHTING

2 complaints

25%

• The contact owns a 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated while driving at night with the low beam headlights activated, there was a shadow illuminated in the field of view and the road ahead was not visible. Additionally, while driving downhill at night with the low-beam headlights illum

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“The contact owns a 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated while driving at night with the low beam headlights activated, there was a shadow illuminated in the field of view and the road ahead was not visible. Additionally, while driving downhill at night with the low-beam headlights illum”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,847

Per month

$154

Per mile

15.4¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,920/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,715/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2023 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,735

Full coverage / month

$145

Liability only / year

$600

vs US avg

+4%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-midsize)1.05x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age1.05x

= Full coverage estimate$1735

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Mitsubishi New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

10 yr / 100K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

10 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

7 yr / 100K mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / unlimited mi

10 year powertrain not transferable

Estimated Repair Costs

LIGHTING(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 8 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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LIGHTING: The contact owns a 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated while driving at night with the low beam headlights activated, there was a shadow illuminated in the field of view and the road ahead was not visible. Additionally, while driving downhill at night with the low-beam headlights illum
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: The contact owns a 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact attempted to turn on the air conditioner and the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart. The dealer was not contacted. T
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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AIR BAGS: I was driving late at night in normal weather on a regular 1 lane street when my passenger side airbag went off for no reason causing me to lose control of the car which went into a full 360 spin out causing damage to the tires and frame making the car no longer drivable. It has not been inspected o
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: The contact owns a 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the independent mechanic for a service appointment, the contact was informed that the front and rear differentials were failing. The contact was informed of the clicking sound when the steering wheel w
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)