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2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 39 owner complaints and 6 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor has 39 NHTSA owner complaints and 6 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is brakes at 7 complaints, typically surfacing around 82,500 miles (~$450 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Mitsubishi Endeavor owner complaints by model year
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
0
Critical
6
Severe
0
Moderate
Should you avoid this 2005 Endeavor?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average
6 recall campaigns on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
brakes — 7 owner reports
· tends to show around 82,500 mi · ~$450 to fix
body — 6 owner reports
· tends to show around 108,304 mi · ~$1,500 to fix
powertrain — 6 owner reports
· tends to show around 61,103 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
electrical — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 119,261 mi · ~$850 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: powertrain is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 61,103 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 6 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 7.0/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2005 Endeavor· airbags
Dt: the contact stated while purchasing the vehicle he insisted that the dealer convert the driver's seat to a power operated seat. After the power seat was installed the SRS light illuminated. The dealer performed diagnostic testing which was inconclusive. The dealer believed…
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…
1. My 2005 endeavor has 11,000 kms, covered by the warranty (it has less than a year since I bought it. Lst friday I was driving normally to my work when I felt thumps and if it were pulling back and forth. I don't know how but I managed to park, and when I did something under…
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Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 endeavor vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, and washington d
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel filler pipe with a new improved part free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before july 5, 2010. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Mitsubishi is recalling 45,988 my 2005-2007 endeavor, galant, eclipse coupe, and my 2007 eclipse spyder vehicles
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect to see if the left rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket has splitting beyond a specific limit. Vehicles
with moderate to severe splitting will be repaired using a reinforcement cap, a special structural adhesive, and a rivet to reinforce the fuel tank mounting bracket. The recall began on september 20, 2008. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Mitsubishi is recalling 120,000 my 2004-2006 endeavor passenger vehicles
If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. The recall will begin on july 7, 2008. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor?
The 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average; 6 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor?
Inspect the brakes first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 7 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 82,500 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.0 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 39 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is brakes. Typical failure occurs around 82,500 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 7 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 82,500 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 82,500 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Mitsubishi Endeavor has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 39 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Mitsubishi/Endeavor.
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