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2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor problems

The 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor has 1 critical safety recall on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 21 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.

The 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor has 21 NHTSA owner complaints and 5 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is body at 6 complaints, typically surfacing around 105,880 miles (~$1,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Mitsubishi Endeavor owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2005 Endeavor 39 6
2006 Endeavor 19 5
2007 Endeavor (this page) 21 5
2008 Endeavor 14 3
2009 Endeavor 0 1
2010 Endeavor 11 2
2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor
Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons, Public domain · representative photo of the Mitsubishi Endeavor
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Reliability score
7.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2007 Endeavor?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

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 2007 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

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 5 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 7.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is body (~$1,500) — 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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Top trouble spots 1 category with 3+ complaints

body
6 reports · fails ~105,880 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Endeavor · airbags
Car started to show SRS light, check engine light, and stability control error. Card brakes tend to lock up and causes the car to slide I am afraid that this malfunction will cause the car to be in an accident. Also not sure if the airbags will go off when I am driving, or…
12/05/2014 · at 70,230 mi · NHTSA ODI #10662486.0
2007 Endeavor · powertrain
Able to remove key from ignition while car is not in park. The car rolled backward out of a parking space while by son was getting out of the car. He was not injured but his vehicle almost hit another car traveling through the parking lot. *tr*jb
10/18/2019 · at 64,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11269351.0
2007 Endeavor · brakes Crash
Have had 3 incidents when driving between 25-45 MPH, hit the brakes because of being in traffic or suddenly stopping to avoid accident; Mitsubishi's brakes don't react (car feels weird or forced) when it has to stop suddenly. One accident because of this. Skidding has also…
09/23/2009 · at 33,755 mi · NHTSA ODI #10285029.0
2007 Endeavor · airbags Crash
We crashed in the back end o0f someone at about 60 MPH nobody`s air bag went off there was a lot of front end damanage the ambulance driver wanted to get us out and keep us out as fast as possible because he said it should of went off and still expected it would go off at any…
08/28/2013 · at 58,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10537675.0
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Active recalls showing 3 of 5

critical NHTSA 08V022000 January 18, 2008

On certain passenger vehicles, the right side lower seat belt anchor may separate during a severe vehicle crash

Breakage of the mounting bracket in a severe crash could allow the seat belt to not properly restrain the passenger and potentially result in injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front passenger side seat belt and bracket assembly free of charge. The recall began on march 17, 2008. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
severe NHTSA 10V514000 October 20, 2010

Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 endeavor with manual air conditioning

This condition could affect defroster performance, resulting in poor windshield visibility and potentially cause a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect for damage and if necessary repair the mode door shaft free of charge. The safety recall began on december 7, 2010. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
severe NHTSA 10V065000 February 25, 2010

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.
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Common questions

Is the 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 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 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor?

The 2007 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 7.2/10 — around the segment average; 5 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 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor?

Inspect the body first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 6 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 105,880 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 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 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor a good used car to buy?

It scores 7.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 21 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is body. Typical failure occurs around 105,880 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 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 6 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 105,880 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 105,880 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 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 21 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, 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.

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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/2007/Mitsubishi/Endeavor. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Mitsubishi. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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