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Mitsubishi · Compact SUV · 2021–2024

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
5.0 / 5.0 · Based on 1 engine variants

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Engine Overview

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL is available with one engine variant at 98 hp.

2.4L MIVEC · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 188 PS
2021 2024
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
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The Mitsubishi 2.4L MIVEC (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 188 PS) has the 4B12 (2.4L MIVEC) — rated: "Good Choice", 3 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Engine stalling and starting problems

The combustion engine can stall without warning or fail to start. The cause is often a faulty wiring harness at the crankshaft sensor. A software update or sensor replacement is required.

Symptoms: Engine cuts out while driving, no restart possible, check engine light on
from 30,000 km
Ad crankshaftnsensor Eclipse Cross PHEVwiring loom Eclipse Cross
 Medium
!PHEV: charging errors and reduced electric range

The PHEV hybrid system shows charging errors and high-voltage battery capacity loss from around 50,000 km. Charging often stops at 80 percent. Reduced electric range and sporadic electric drive fault messages.

Symptoms: Charging aborts or stops at 80%, reduced EV range, electric drive fault message on display
from 50,000 km
Ad Hochvoltbatterie Eclipse Cross PHEVLademodul Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FLOBC Onboard Charger Eclipse Cross
 High
!PHEV battery range loss

Electric range drops after 50,000 km in some cases from 55 km to only 25–30 km. Fast charging is automatically limited above 80% by design.

Symptoms: Markedly reduced electric range, more frequent combustion engine starts
from 50,000 km
Ad Hochvoltbatterie Eclipse Cross PHEVbatterymodul Eclipse Cross
 High
●Infotainment failures and sensor malfunctions

The infotainment system freezes or fails completely. Oversensitive safety sensors trigger warnings without cause. Software updates partly resolve the issues.

Symptoms: Black screen, frozen display, spurious warning messages, restart required
Ad Infotainment Eclipse Cross PHEVcontrol unit Display Eclipse Cross
 Low
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Above Average
15 complaints · 2021–2024
Electrical
5 ⚠ 1
Other
3
Airbags
3 ⚠ 2
Body Structure
2 ⚠ 1
Steering
2

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Electrical (5 complaints)
⚠ Other (3 complaints)
⚠ Airbags (3 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 12 weaknesses have been documented for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL (2021–2024) — 3 engine-related and 9 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, Body, Other, Cooling. Considered reliable: 4B12 (2.4L MIVEC).

What to watch out for with the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL have? +
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL has 3 known engine weaknesses and 9 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: 4B12 (2.4L MIVEC). The most reliable engine is the 4B12 (2.4L MIVEC) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the 4B12 (2.4L MIVEC).
Which Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 3 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL — rated: "Decent". {description} 2.4 MIVEC with 188 hp in the facelift — more power and smoother than the turbo. A composed everyday companion.
Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL worth buying used? +
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 1 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL? +
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross GK-FL is available with engine variants from 98 to 170 hp. Petrol: 4B12 (2.4L MIVEC).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee