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This 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor has 39 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Structural Problems.
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2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR 2005 has 39 NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls. Top issues include structural problems (10 complaints) and brake system faults (8 complaints). Buyers should verify recall repairs and inspect these components. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Mitsubishi
- Model
- Endeavor
- Model year
- 2005
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 39
- Crash-related complaints
- 6
- Safety recall campaigns
- 6
- Top reported component
- Structural Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 18
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 16 / 21
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Optional
Common problems
Most common 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Structural Problems
Brake System
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Structural Problems, Brake System, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor?
The 2005 Endeavor is a risky choice due to structural and brake complaints. Only consider if you can verify all recalls are addressed and the vehicle passes a mechanic's inspection.
Structural and brake problems can lead to costly repairs and safety concerns. These patterns indicate potential long-term reliability issues.
May Suit
This year may suit a budget-conscious buyer willing to invest in thorough inspections and repairs.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking a worry-free, reliable SUV should avoid this model year.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
Inspection Focus
- Inspect structural integrity for rust or damage.
- Check brake system components including pads, rotors, and lines.
- Verify all electrical systems function properly.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect structural components for rust or damage.
- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and electrical systems.
- Have a mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor shows a low-confidence pattern of structural problems (10 complaints) and brake system issues (8 complaints). With 6 recalls and 6 crash-related complaints, buyers should prioritize a thorough pre-purchase inspection. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Compared to other model years, 2005 has the highest complaint count, but data for other years is not provided.
Recall context: With 6 recalls, it is critical to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase.
- Structural problems account for 10 of 39 total complaints.
- Brake system issues total 8 complaints.
- There are 6 crash-related complaints.
- Structural Problems: 10 complaints
- Brake System: 8 complaints
- Electrical Faults: 7 complaints
Full breakdown
All 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structural Problems | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | 2 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | 3 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I WAS USING AN EXIT TO MERGE INTO THE HIGHWAY AND WHEN I MERGED, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY LOST POWER. I COULD HEAR THE ENGINE WORKING BUT NO POWER TO THE VEHICLE. A SEMI ALMOST TOTALED ME BUT THANK GOD IT MERGED THANKS TO ANOTHER DRIVER. THE ROLLED BARELY MAKING IT TO THE SIDE OF H…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT EXTENSIVE MOLD DEVELOPED DUE TO A LEAK IN THE VEHICLE. DUE TO THE PLACEMENT OF THE AIR CONDITIONING DRAIN PLUG, WATER LEAKED ONTO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CARPET IN THE VEHICLE WAS SOAKED.…
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. THE COMPRESSOR IS NOT RECEIVING THE SIGNAL FR…
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 . SO I WENT STRAIGHT TO MY MECHANIC AND HE SHOWED ME THE RUST OF THE REAR SUBFRAME OF THE CAR AND IT WAS DETACHED AND BROKEN. HE SUGGESTED I NOT D…
THE VEHICLE HAS A VERY BAD VIBRATION AND SEVERE WINING SOUND, NOT SURE WHAT IT IS BUT WE DONT FEEL SAFE DRIVING IT. NEW TIRES , ROTORS, AND BREAKS WERE INSTALLED AND STILL THE SAME PROBLEM. IT USUALLY STARTS VIBRATION AT ABOUT 25 MPH AND IS HARD TO MAINTAIN A SPEED.
AIR CONDITIONING DRAIN PLUG DOESN'T DRAIN AND DRIVER SIDE FLOOR GETS VERY WET CAUSING DAMAGED FLOOR AND MOLDY SMELL AFTER A WHILE
WET FLOOR BOARD ON DRIVERS SIDE DUE TO A LEAKING HVAC. MAY CAUSE SLIPPERY FEET WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE. ALSO CAUSING MILDEW AND OR RUST. SEEN LOTS AND LOTS OF DISCUSSION ON NET ABOUT THIS KNOWN PROBLEM. AND THEY EVEN HAVE A BULLETIN ON THERE WEBSITE FOR THE PROBLEM. BUT NO RECA…
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. THIS CAUSED ME TO CRASH INTO A UNOCCUPIED PARKED CAR WHICH BANGED ANOTHER UNOCCUPIED CAR P…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT EXTENSIVE MOLD WAS DEVELOPING INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO LEAK IN THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONING BOX AND TUBE NEE…
DRIVERS SEAT BELT LATCH STICKS. IT TAKES SEVERAL TIMES OF PRESSING RELEASE BUTTON TO UNLATCH THE BELT. *TR
MY AIR CONDITIONER KEEPS GOING OUT EVERY YEAR. I HAVE OWN THE VEHICLE 2 1/2 YEARS. I AM HAVING TO HAVE THE AIR CONDITIONER FIXED AGAIN ( THAT IS THE SUMMER OF 2013, & 2014). I HAVE TALKED TO OTHER OWNERS WHO ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS IS COSTING ME AROUND $400.00 EVERY YEA…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS CONSUMING EXCESSIVE BRAKE FLUID. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE BOOSTER, MAST…
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. I REMOVED IT FOR SAFETY REASONS. I READ…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, HE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HEARD AN ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE ROTOR WAS CORRODED AND HAD BECOME FRACTURED…
DRIVERS SIDE FLOOR SOAKED, AFTER CHECKING FORUMS SOUNDS LIKE A A/C DRAIN ISSUE. *TR
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. DURING INTERNET RESEARCH I DISCOVERED TH…
THE REAR TRUNK LATCH FAILS TO UNLOCK. I CANNOT OPEN EITHER THE GLASS OR THE TRUNK. HAVE TO USE THE MANUAL RELEASE FROM INSIDE TO OPEN. *TR
AIR CONDITIONING WATER DRAINS INTO THE VEHICLE CAUSING CLOGGING AND FLOODING OF THE DRIVERS SIDE FLOOR THE MILEAGE IS ONLY115K. THIS CAUSES BAD ODOR,GROWTH OF MICROORGANISMS AND COULD LEAD TO ACCIDENTS BECAUSE THE FLOOR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BECOMES SLIPPERY. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLES FRACTURED FROM ALL FOUR DOORS, AS WELL AS THE REAR HATCHBACK DOOR. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NO WARRANTY FOR THE DOOR HANDLES. THE CONTACT STAT…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR WINDOW DROPPED AND SHATTERED FROM THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE DOOR KNOB WAS FRACTURED IN HALF. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURE…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Safety recalls
2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor recalls
6 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With 6 recalls, it is critical to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
PARKING BRAKE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
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Questions
2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 39 owner complaints, 6 crash-related complaints, and 6 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2005 Endeavor is a risky choice due to structural and brake complaints. Only consider if you can verify all recalls are addressed and the vehicle passes a mechanic's inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor?▾
#1: Structural Problems (10 complaints). #2: Brake System (8 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (7 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor, NHTSA complaints include 6 crash-related reports and 2 fire reports out of 39 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor have any recalls?▾
Yes. 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. A major recall area is FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY. With 6 recalls, it is critical to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor?▾
The 2005 Endeavor is a risky choice due to structural and brake complaints. Only consider if you can verify all recalls are addressed and the vehicle passes a mechanic's inspection. Structural and brake problems can lead to costly repairs and safety concerns. These patterns indicate potential long-term reliability issues. Pay extra attention to Structural Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Endeavor reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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