Mitsubishi Raider Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Mitsubishi Raider model year (2006–2009) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Mitsubishi Raider Years to Avoid
5 recalls · 37 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 56
2 recalls · 16 complaints
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 22
2 recalls · 2 complaints
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 8
Best Mitsubishi Raider Years to Buy
2 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 6
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Mitsubishi Raider — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 6 | Good |
| 2008 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 8 | Good |
| 2007 | 2 | 16 | — | — | 22 | Caution |
| 2006 | 5 | 37 | 2 | — | 56 | Avoid |
All 4 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Mitsubishi Raider Shopping Guide by Era
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Raider models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Raider should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2006 Mitsubishi Raider if possible. It has 5 recalls, 37 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 56 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Raider to buy?+
The 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 6. It has only 2 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Raider has the fewest problems?+
The 2009 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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