2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross Problems

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ENGINE

2 complaints

The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated, stalled, and failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the engine was making an abnormal thumping sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was inspected by the dealer after the first failure, and the contact was informed that the failure might be caused by bad gasoline. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000.

Feb 25, 2025

The contact's son owned a 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact's son was able to restart the vehicle, drove to a local convenience store, and parked the vehicle. The contact was exiting the convenience store and noticed a fire exiting from the front hood of the vehicle. The store employee gave the contact's son a fire extinguisher, however the flames were too intense. The fire department and the police were called. The fire department extinguished the fire. No injuries were reported. A fire and police report was filed. The convenience store's concrete and trash can were damaged. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

Jan 04, 2024

Fire: 1

AIR BAGS

1 complaint

I hit a deer head on going 70 miles per hour and the air bags never deployed

Jan 05, 2026

Crash: 1

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

My soda bottle engaged the electronic emergency park brake while driving. The emergency brake will not release causing me not to be able to drive the vehicle.

Dec 22, 2024

SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF WILL NOT OPEN. I CAN HEAR THE MOTOR HOWEVER THE INTERIOR OR EXTERIOR SUNROOF WILL NOT OPEN AND THE SHIFTER DOES NOT STAY IN DRIVE. MY SISTER AND I WERE ON THE INTERSTATE AND SHE HANDED ME A DRINK AND HIT THE SHIFTER AND IT SLID INTO NEUTRAL WITHOUT PUSHING THE BUTTON.THE HEATED SEATS DO NOT HEAT PROPERLY.

May 03, 2021

4.2/5.0

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Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

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Where to Find VIN Number on 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your MITSUBISHI dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross have?

The 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross currently has 5 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross?

The most common problems reported for the 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross?

You can report safety problems with your 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 2020 MITSUBISHI Eclipse Cross. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.