The 2022 Eclipse Cross is largely a carryover of the refreshed 2018+ platform using Mitsubishi's 1.5T engine and CVT8 transmission. Most units are still under warranty, but early adopters are starting to see patterns emerge around turbo oil consumption and CVT cooler failures that mirror issues from the prior generation Outlander Sport.
CVT Transmission Oil Cooler Failure
Occasional · high severityTypical onset: 40,000-70,000 mi
Symptoms: Transmission overheating warning light on dash, CVT fluid mixing with coolant (milky appearance in overflow tank), Sudden loss of drive power or limp mode, Sweet smell from vents or visible coolant leak near transmission
Fix: Replace integrated transmission oil cooler assembly inside radiator end tank, flush both CVT and cooling system, replace CVT fluid and filter. 4-6 hours labor depending on access and whether radiator must come out fully. Critical to catch early before CVT contamination causes internal damage.
Estimated cost: $1,200-2,200
1.5T Engine Oil Consumption / Piston Ring Deposits
Occasional · medium severityTypical onset: 50,000-90,000 mi
Symptoms: Low oil warning light between changes (burning 1+ qt per 1,000 mi), Blue smoke on cold start or hard acceleration, Carbon buildup causing rough idle or misfires, Spark plug fouling on cylinders 2 and 4 most common
Fix: Mild cases respond to top-engine cleaning and switching to 5W-30 synthetic. Severe cases require piston ring replacement or short block if cylinder wall scoring present. Engine-out job is 18-24 hours. Mitsubishi issued TSB for some VINs offering extended warranty coverage—check before paying out of pocket.
Estimated cost: $600-1,200 for cleaning; $4,500-7,000 for rings/pistons
Transmission Mount Collapse
Common · low severityTypical onset: 35,000-60,000 mi
Symptoms: Clunking when shifting from Park to Drive or Reverse, Excessive engine movement visible from driver seat on acceleration, Vibration at idle that smooths out above 1,500 RPM, Rattling over bumps from engine bay
Fix: Replace front and rear transmission mounts—OEM rubber formulation goes soft early. Front mount is easy access (1.5 hours), rear requires subframe support (2.5 hours). Do both at once to avoid a comeback. Aftermarket options hold up better than OEM replacement.
Estimated cost: $450-750
Fuel System Clogging / Filter Contamination
Rare · medium severitySymptoms: Hard start or extended cranking when warm, Intermittent loss of power under load, P0087 code (fuel rail pressure too low), Bucking or hesitation between 2,000-3,000 RPM
Fix: In-tank fuel filter and pump assembly get contaminated from poor fuel quality or tank sediment. Mitsubishi uses integrated pump module—no serviceable external filter. Drop tank, replace entire pump assembly. 3 hours labor. More common in fleet units or cars that sit long periods.
Estimated cost: $800-1,100
Turbocharger Wastegate Rattle
Occasional · low severityTypical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi
Symptoms: Rattling noise from engine bay on cold start that disappears when warm, Slight loss of boost pressure above 4,000 RPM, P0234 or P0299 codes (overboost or underboost condition), Metallic ticking that matches engine speed
Fix: Wastegate actuator arm develops play or actuator diaphragm weakens. Replacement involves turbo removal for access to actuator—6-8 hours with manifold off. Some techs have success adjusting rod length as temporary fix but replacement is proper repair. Not a common failure yet but starting to appear.
Estimated cost: $1,400-2,000
Decent commuter if you're the first owner with warranty coverage, but the CVT cooler history and early oil-consumption cases make this a risky used buy without extended warranty backing.
AI-assisted summary drawn from NHTSA recall data, our labor-times database, and platform knowledge. Not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on a specific vehicle.