The most-reported Raider run is 1Z7HC38N36S (2006 builds) with 3 complaints, 2.1× the typical run. Air bags problems make up 46% of reports; NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for Raider model years 2006–2009.
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 Raider has 37 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 23% of every Raider complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Z7HC38N36S•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 1Z7HT28K96S•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 1Z7HC38N06S•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 1Z7HT38K96S•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 1Z7HC28K66S•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 1Z7HT38N76S•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 1Z7HT28K86S•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 1Z7HC22K56S•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 1Z7HT28K26S•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 1Z7HC22K96S•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 1Z7HC28K86S•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 1Z7HC22K36S•••••• | 2006 | — | — |
Each of the other 25 Raider runs has 2 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.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 52 | 37 | 2 |
Heaviest year here is 2006 at 1.4 complaints per run; lightest is 2006 at 1.4.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 46% of everything Mitsubishi Raider owners report: Air Bags, 29 of 52 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | — | |
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Electrical System | — | — | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | |
| Suspension | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | — | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 5 recall campaigns on the Mitsubishi Raider; the 5 below cover build years 2006 to 2009. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 16V352000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2006–2009 |
| 15V313000 | Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module | 2006–2009 |
| 14V795000 | Electrical System:ignition:switch | 2006 |
| 06V039000 | Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:switch/wiring | 2006 |
| 06V038000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module | 2006 |
16V352000 was opened in 2016 on cars built from 2006: 10 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
Of the 52 reports on the Mitsubishi Raider, 3.8% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Mitsubishi Raider | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 52 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 2 (3.8%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 34% below 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 Raider share of that is 52 complaints over 37 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Mitsubishi Raider VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 52 NHTSA complaints from 37 Raider runs and 5 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Raider production run has the most complaints?
1Z7HC38N36S, a 2006 build, with 3 complaints. The typical Raider run has 1.4.
How many Raider complaints involve a crash?
3.8% of 52 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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