The most-reported Endeavor run is 4A4MN31S34E (2004 builds) with 7 complaints, 4.1× the typical run. Structure problems make up 28% of reports; 2004 is the worst model year at 2.2 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for Endeavor model years 2004–2010.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Mitsubishi Endeavor has 140 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 13% of every Endeavor complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4A4MN31S34E•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| 4A4MN21S14E•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| 4A4MM21S44E•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| 4A4MM21S84E•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| 4A4MN21S24E•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| 4A4MM21S54E•••••• | 2004 | 2 | — | |
| 4A4MM21S07E•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| 4A4MM21S25E•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| 4A4MN31S24E•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| 4A4MN21S74E•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| 4A4MN31S04E•••••• | 2004 | — | 1 | |
| 4A4MM31S34E•••••• | 2004 | — | — |
Each of the other 128 Endeavor runs has 3 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Mitsubishi Endeavor the gap between build years is 2.2×: a 2004 car draws 2.2 complaints per run, a 2011 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 7 | 7 | 2 | |
| 2010 | 10 | 9 | 1 | |
| 2008 | 14 | 13 | 2 | |
| 2007 | 20 | 15 | 2 | |
| 2006 | 18 | 14 | 3 | |
| 2005 | 35 | 23 | 6 | |
| 2004 | 133 | 60 | 9 |
Heaviest year here is 2004 at 2.2 complaints per run; lightest is 2011 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 28% of everything Mitsubishi Endeavor owners report: Structure, 60 of 237 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | — | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | — | |
| Power Train | 5 | — | |
| Air Bags | 14 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 3 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 12 recall campaigns on the Mitsubishi Endeavor; the 6 below cover build years 2004 to 2010. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 10V065000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap | 2004–2010 |
| 08V139000 | Electrical System:ignition | 2004–2008 |
| 10V514000 | Electrical System:software | 2006–2008 |
| 08V454000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly | 2005–2007 |
| 08V022000 | Seat Belts:front | 2006–2007 |
| 05V069000 | Parking Brake | 2004–2005 |
10V065000 was opened in 2010 on cars built from 2004: 6 years on the road before the recall.
The Endeavor against its rivals
The Endeavor draws 1.7 complaints per production run; the Jeep Commander 7, the Infiniti FX35 2.1 and the Mazda CX-7 4.5. That is the lowest rate of the 4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Endeavor | 237 | 140 | 10.5% | |
| Jeep Commander | 2,879 | 412 | 3.5% | |
| Infiniti FX35 | 64 | 30 | 4.7% | |
| Mazda CX-7 | 980 | 217 | 2.1% |
How serious were they
Of the 237 reports on the Mitsubishi Endeavor, 10.5% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Mitsubishi Endeavor | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 237 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 25 (10.5%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 3 (1.3%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 21 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 81% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Mitsubishi Endeavor share of that is 237 complaints over 140 runs, 0.02% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Mitsubishi Endeavor VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 237 NHTSA complaints from 140 Endeavor runs and 12 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Endeavor production run has the most complaints?
4A4MN31S34E, a 2004 build, with 7 complaints. The typical Endeavor run has 1.7.
Which Endeavor years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2004 is heaviest at 2.2 complaints per run and 2011 lightest at 1.
Does the Endeavor get more complaints than the Jeep Commander?
No: 1.7 complaints per production run for the Endeavor against 7 for the Jeep Commander.
How many Endeavor complaints involve a crash?
10.5% of 237 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 3 involved a fire.
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