Mitsubishi Endeavor Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Mitsubishi Endeavor — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Good | — | 10 | 3 | 6 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2010 | Excellent | 2 | 6 | 1 | 1 | — | Fuel/Propulsion System | Full report → |
| 2009Best | Excellent | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2008 | Good | 2 | 9 | 2 | — | — | Fuel/Propulsion System | Full report → |
| 2007 | Good | 3 | 15 | 4 | 2 | — | Unknown Or Other | Full report → |
| 2006 | Good | 3 | 11 | 2 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2005 | Good | 1 | 27 | 4 | 2 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2004Worst | Avoid | 3 | 125 | 12 | 5 | — | Structure | Full report → |
8 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Mitsubishi Endeavor Problems
Based on 203 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Mitsubishi Endeavor Reliability
What year Endeavor has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 125 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2004 report for specific defects.
Is the Mitsubishi Endeavor reliable?
The Mitsubishi Endeavor has accumulated 203 owner-filed complaints and 15 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2009 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Endeavor.
What are the most common Endeavor problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Structure (41 reports), Power Train (16 reports), Unknown Or Other (16 reports), Air Bags (15 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Endeavor has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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