2008 Mitsubishi Raider
Only 8 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 55 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
6 of 8 total reports mention: air bags.
Steering
1 of 8 total reports mentions: steering.
Show complaint excerpts
I was driving down the road when all of a sudden I had no control of my steering. I stopped and checked the reservoir and notice no fluid. I was able to make it another block and put more fluid in the steering pump.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-08-08
Exterior lighting
1 of 8 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. The contact stated that when he signaled left, the right turn signal erroneously illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the multi-function switch failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-21
Also filed under Electrical system
Electrical system
1 of 8 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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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
2008 Mitsubishi Raider — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V313000 · Air bags
- Recall 16V352000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2008 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 2008 Mitsubishi Raider?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Mitsubishi Raider have?
- 2 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.