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2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross maintenance schedule

The 2018 Eclipse Cross is part of the YA generation (2018-2026), sold as an SUV. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, the problems owners report for this year, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2018 Eclipse Cross needs, and when

Manufacturer rows link to Mitsubishi's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter

Shorter 5,000-mile intervals for severe duty

7,500 mi / 6 monthsIndependent
Engine air filter

Inspect and replace as needed

30,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Cabin air filter

Replace annually

15,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Tire rotation

Inspect brakes and evaluate tread wear

7,500 mi / 6 monthsIndependent
Brake fluid

Inspect condition every 30,000 miles

60,000 mi / 4 yearsIndependent
Engine coolant

Extended-life coolant can last up to 150,000 miles

60,000 mi / 4 yearsIndependent
Transmission fluid

Inspect at 30,000; shorten interval for severe use

90,000 mi / 6 yearsIndependent
Spark plugs

Replace per manual specifications

60,000 mi / 4 yearsIndependent
Serpentine belt

Evaluate condition and tension

60,000 mi / 4 yearsIndependent
Differential and transfer case fluid (4B40 TC)

Service S-AWC rear differential and transfer case

30,000 mi / 3 yearsIndependent
PCV valve (4B40 TC)

Replace if applicable

150,000 mi / 10 yearsIndependent
12V battery

Test battery and charging system (or 3-5 years)

30,000 mi / 3 yearsIndependent

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
0W-20
Transmission fluid
DiaQueen CVTF-J4

Powertrains in this generation

  • 1.5L 4-cyl (4B40 TC), 152 hp, CVT, FWD/AWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Known problems

What 2018 Eclipse Cross owners run into

Problems reported for this model year, with the mileage they tend to show up at. Buying past a window is not automatically a pass - it just needs to be priced in.

AC Expansion Valve Replacement

medium severity

$362-$442 to fix

Insufficient cabin cooling

Source: repairpal.com

Starter Relay Replacement

low severity

$65-$82 to fix

Non-starting condition

Source: repairpal.com

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA recalls for the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Mitsubishi dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Forward collision avoidance

NHTSA 18V620000

September 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) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.

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 customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-007.

Forward collision avoidance

NHTSA 18V621000

September 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 vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and/or an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system. The software for the Hydraulic Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be incorrect, possibly preventing the intervention of a safety system such as automatic emergency braking, Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), or the Brake Auto Hold (BAH) function when any of these systems are in use.

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 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-008.

Other Eclipse Cross model years

YA (2018-2026)

201820192020202120222023202420252026

Shopping new? The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-22. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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