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2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 Eclipse Cross.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (AV-S8)

The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a compact SUV fitted with an eight-speed automatic transmission (AV-S8) and EPA-rated fuel economy of 25/28/26 mpg. Within the model's 2018–2025 complaint history, the debut year carries the highest owner-reported complaint total at 19, with engine issues cited as the top concern and two recalls on record. That concentration of reported problems makes the 2018 Eclipse Cross the benchmark for problem frequency in the lineup, especially when compared with later years such as 2025, which logged the lowest complaint count at four.

Model year2025202420232022202020192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque65-80 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy25/28/26 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter MZ690072. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size4WD:P225-75R15OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6-JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterMZ690072
Engine air filter1500A672
Fuel filter1770A423 alt 1770A422
Spark plug1822A104
Front wiper blades8250A970 alt 8250A969
Serpentine belt11720W050P
Thermostat1305A623
Cabin air filter7803A109

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length173.2 in
Overall width70.9 in
Overall height66.1 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Curb weight3450 lb
Track (front / rear)60.6 / 60.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)58/42

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined25 / 28 / 26 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Eclipse Cross of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.6–9.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.60 sec — 2018 SE S-AWC
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2018SE S-AWC 1.5L Turbo I-48.60 sec16.70 sec152 hpAWD
2018SE S-AWC 1.5L Turbo I-48.60 sec16.70 sec152 hpAWD
2018SEL S-AWC 1.5L Turbo I-49.00 sec16.90 sec152 hpAWD
2019SEL S-AWC 1.5L Turbo I-49.60 sec17.30 sec152 hpAWD
2022SEL S-AWC 1.5L Turbo I-48.40 sec16.60 sec152 hpAWD
2022SEL S-AWC 1.5L Turbo I-48.60 sec16.80 sec152 hpAWD
2022SEL S-AWC 1.5L Turbo I-48.70 sec16.70 sec152 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 65-80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts65-80 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub166
Rear Wheel Hub166

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 120,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 120,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Wheel Cylinder (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect)
Every 45,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect) · Fuel System (inspect) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 105,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2018 Eclipse Cross recorded 19 federal complaints and two recalls, placing its complaint volume above the 13 complaints reported in 2019 and far above the single‑digit figures of subsequent years. Recalls declined sharply after 2018, with only one recall in 2019 and none reported from 2020 onward, indicating a downward trend in official defect actions. Complaint categories for 2018 are led by engine and electrical system issues, each appearing twice among the listed problem areas, while later years show markedly fewer reports. Within the generational arc, 2018 sits at the peak of both complaint frequency and recall activity, marking it as the most documented model year. Consequently, for a buyer seeking a used Eclipse Cross, later model years present a lower documented defect profile and may be a more reliable choice.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
124
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
19
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 1 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 19 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine2
Electrical System2
Power Train,Unknown Or Other,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Steering,Electrical System,Service Brakes1
Steering,Electrical System,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Power Train1
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other1
Lane Departure1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V620000Electrical System:SoftwareReported 14/09/2018

Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM)… Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA…

18V621000Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise ControlReported 14/09/2018

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross… Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hydraulic Unit-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 124 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB-23-55-0012026-02-12Visibility/WiperThis revised Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions on how to remedy noise from…
TECH TALK 2892025-11-21Electrical SystemTech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics…
TSB-25-51-0012025-04-14StructureThis Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions to remedy a Roof Rack Center cover…
TSB-25-42-0012025-01-23StructureService Manual Revision -This Technical Service Bulletin provides correction to the…
TSB-24-51-0032024-10-29Visibility/WiperService Manual Revision -This Technical Service Bulletin provides correction to the…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 2018 Eclipse Cross have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Eclipse Cross get?

EPA figures are 25 city / 28 highway / 26 combined mpg.