2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 181 |
| 2005 | 39 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
18% of complaints: structure — 7 distinct reports on file.
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AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND AND AS I SPED UP THE VEHICLE KEPT FISH TAILING IT FELT LIKE IT WAS THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE .
NHTSA ODI report, 20171102
18% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
I WAS DRIVING ALONG THE HIGHWAY, I SMELLED WHAT SEEMS TO BE BURNING PLASTIC, I SAW SMOKE FROM UNDER MY GLOVE COMPARTMENT, SUDDENLY MY A/C STOP WORKING. UPON INSPECTION I NOTICE THAT THE ELECTRICAL PLUG TO THE FAN MOTOR LOOKED CHARRED/BURNT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140106
I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE HOME FROM WORK WHEN I SMELLED ELECTRICAL WIRE BURNING THROUGH OUT THE CAR. IT WAS COMING FROM UNDER THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT. I PULLED OFF THE ROAD TO INVESTIGATE. THE CONNECTOR TO THE A/C & HEATER MOTOR WAS CHARRED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130917
MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM AS 2006-2008 MODEL YEARS OF THE SAME CAR. THAT IS, THE HEATER CONTROLLER SIGNAL TO THE HVAC SYSTEM CODES AS U111, AND CONSEQUENTLY THE A/C WILL NOT TURN ON AT ALL, BUT INDICATOR LIGHT SHOWS IT TO BE ON.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180510
10% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I WAS PULLING INTO AN APARTMENT PARKING LOT AT 3 MILES PER HOUR OR LESS APPLIED BRAKE AND CAR SURGED FORWARD. I APPLIED MORE PRESSURE TO BRAKE AND THE CAR SURGED AGAIN AND WOULD NOT STOP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150728
8% of complaints: structure — 3 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL CABLE LOCK NUT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER TORQUE SPECIFICATION. THE LOCK NUT MAY LOOSEN AND COME OFF, WHICH WILL REDUCE THE E
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND TIGHTEN THE PARKING BRAKE CABLE LOCK NUT, IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN FEBRUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-5500.
Campaign 05V069000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKES, THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CONTROLS THE FLUID PRESSURE TO THE VEHICLE'S BRAKES, MAY ALLOW BRAKE FLUID TO BYPASS INTERNALLY DURING ST
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 3, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
Campaign 05V409000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE MATERIAL USED TO MANUFACTURE THE FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPERS MAY BE BRITTLE DUE TO IMPROPER METALLURGY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 10, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
Campaign 06V068000 — check if this car was fixed
IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK SYSTEM
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 120,000 MY 2004-2006 ENDEAVOR PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING VEHICLE USE, THE IGNITION KEY INTERLOCK CABLE (WHICH IS A COMPONENT OF THE INTERLOCK SYSTEM) MAY ALLOW THE INTERLOCKIN
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CORRECT THESE VEHICLES FOR THE REPORTED CONDITION. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON JULY 7, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.
Campaign 08V139000 — check if this car was fixed
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 45,988 MY 2005-2007 ENDEAVOR, GALANT, ECLIPSE COUPE, AND MY 2007 ECLIPSE SPYDER VEHICLES. THE BRACKET THAT IS THE ATTACHMENT POINT FOR THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK MOUNTING STRAP M
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK STRAP MOUNTING BRACKET HAS SPLITTING BEYOND A SPECIFIC LIMIT. VEHICLES WITH MODERATE TO SEVERE SPLITTING WILL BE REPAIRED USING A REINFORCEMENT
Campaign 08V454000 — check if this car was fixed
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 ENDEAVOR VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARY
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER PIPE WITH A NEW IMPROVED PART FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JULY 5, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
Campaign 10V065000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V069000 (parking brake) has been completed.
- Verify recall 05V409000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V068000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V139000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V454000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V065000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor?
The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.