ProblemsByVin File / 2010-MITSUBISHI-ENDEAVOR NHTSA data synced 4 days ago

2010 · Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi Endeavor problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 11 owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

Reliability score

8.4 / 10

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

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Should you avoid this 2010 Endeavor?

Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average
2 recall campaigns on file

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Top trouble spots 1 category with 3+ complaints

airbags

3 reports · fails ~105,000 mi · avg $1,100

severe

Buyer's checklist

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Generated from this 2010 Endeavor's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.

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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2010 Endeavor?

We pulled the math: risk-weighted exposure, typical contract cost, and our verdict on whether coverage pencils out for this specific vehicle.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2010 Endeavor · airbags Crash

Tl* the contact owned a 2010 Mitsubishi endeavor. While the contact's vehicle was stationary, it was rear ended by another vehicle and struck a concrete median. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact's child sustained injuries to the head, which…

11/27/2018 · at 122,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11154199.0 · see airbags pattern →

2010 Endeavor · lighting

Water continue to fill the driver's side floor. The water continues to drip on the brakes and accelerator.

08/21/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11018753.0

2010 Endeavor · airbags

Took my car into the dealership and was told they cannot fix my problem due to the fact Mitsubishi stopped manufacturing the part needed. The car is only eight years old! Yes they discontinued this model but the parts? This is ridiculous, my air bag sensor is disabled and…

07/24/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11113310.0 · see airbags pattern →

2010 Endeavor · airbags

SRS warning light is on and Mitsubishi told me they can't repair this since they stopped making the part affected. It needs a new sensor which controls the air bags and seat belt assembly. I was told if in an accident the air bags may not deploy or even accidentally deploy in a…

07/10/2018 · at 88,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11110564.0 · see airbags pattern →

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

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.

severe NHTSA 09V361000 September 16, 2009

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If this condition exists, the front seat-mounted airbags may not deploy correctly in a side impact crash, possibly resulting in injury to the seat occupant.

Fix: Mmna will notify owners and dealers will inspect the weld condition of the side airbag retainer bracket on the front passenger seats. If the weld is insufficient, the dealer will replace the seatback assembly free of charge. The safety recall began on september 30, 2009. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer relations department at 1-888-648-7820.

Common questions

Is the 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.4 out of 10 based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 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 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor?

On the NHTSA data, the 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 3 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 105,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 105,000 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 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 11 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, 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 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2010/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.