2006 Mitsubishi Raider
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
- 55
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 4
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2006
Opened by NHTSA
53% of complaints
Complaints per year
2006: 55 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 55 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
53% · 29 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Vehicle was involved in an serious offset head on crash with a full size Chevrolet silverado. The side apron air bag failed to deploy on both sides. Both vehicles were traveling straight on a two lane rural road with a speed limit of 45MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-12-23
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. While driving 40 MPH on dry pavement, the brakes failed and the contact crashed into the preceding vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-02-12
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Had my passenger side air bag replaced by landers Chrysler Dodge in little rock, ar as set up by Mitsubishi motors since there is not a Mitsubishi dealer in Arkansas. This new air bag was supplied by Mitsubishi and installed on feb.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-09
Power train
20% · 11 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and driveline.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving my 2006 Mitsubishi Raider, I was leaving a customerâs home with a load on my truck. The first issue I encountered was that the truck struggled to exit the driveway. Then, I realized I couldn't shift into reverse.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-03
Also filed under Engine and vehicle speed control
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, she attempted to decelerate but the brakes failed and the cruise control function erroneously engaged.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-13
Also filed under Service brakes
Electrical system
16% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing ignition and instrument cluster/panel.
Service brakes
13% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Suspension
7% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing rear and wheel bearing.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first
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2006-03-06Visibility06V039000 On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, a static electricity spark between the operator and the vehicle can cause the turn signal, headlamps or windshield wipers to malfunction without…
Remedy: Dealers will re-flash the instrument cluster. The recall began on March 6, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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2006-07-17Service brakes, hydraulic06V038000 On certain pickup trucks equipped with four-wheel antilock brake systems (ABS), the ABS electronic control unit (ECU) may cause a loss of front to rear brake balance, and the rear brakes could lock…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ABS ECU. The recall is expected to begin during the week of July 17, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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2014-05-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-12-23 Clutch Interlock Switch Malfunction
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2014-06-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-03-02 Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2015-02-24Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2015-03-27Electrical system14V795000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Dakota, and 2006 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006 with manual transmissions.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
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2015-06-08Air bags15V313000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners.
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2017-03-27Air bags16V352000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Mitsubishi Raider — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 29 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06V039000 · Visibility
- Recall 06V038000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 14V795000 · Electrical system
- Recall 15V313000 · Air bags
- Recall 16V352000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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 2006 Mitsubishi Raider?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Mitsubishi Raider have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.