Most common 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor problems
Share of the 40 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mitsubishi Endeavor complaints by model year
Best Endeavor years: 2008, 2011, 2006. Years to avoid: 2004, 2005, 2007. Compare all years →
2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor recalls (6)
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
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,…
Remedy: 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.
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Mitsubishi is recalling 45,988 my 2005-2007 endeavor, galant, eclipse coupe, and my 2007 eclipse spyder vehicles. The bracket that is the attachment point for the left rear fuel tank mounting strap May have been improperly formed during a metal stamping process.
Remedy: 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…
Electrical system › Ignition
Mitsubishi is recalling 120,000 my 2004-2006 endeavor passenger vehicles. During vehicle use, the ignition key interlock cable (which is a component of the interlock system) May allow the interlocking cam to fall forward and allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not in the…
Remedy: 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.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
On certain sport utility vehicles, the material used to manufacture the front disc brake calipers May be brittle due to improper metallurgy.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake caliper if necessary free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2006. Owners May contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes, the brake master cylinder, which controls the fluid pressure to the vehicle's brakes, May allow brake fluid to bypass internally during stopping.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. The recall began on October 3, 2005. Owners May contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Parking brake
On certain sport utility vehicles, the parking brake pedal cable lock nut May not have been tightened to the proper torque specification. The lock nut May loosen and come off, which will reduce the effectiveness of the parking brake.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the parking brake cable lock nut, if necessary free of charge. The recall began February 24, 2005. Owners May contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-5500.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor:
Ignition-park interlock system
The subject vehicle ignition-park interlock and shift lock (brake-shift interlock) systems are mechanically actuated.the systems utilize two cable assemblies that connect to a plastic housing mounted to the shift lever mechanism.within the housing is a lever (interlock lever) that the ignition-park interlock cable connects to.when the interlock lever is positioned in its rearward travel range, the ignition key…
What 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor owners say
Body & structure
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. While driving and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the contact's foot slipped off of the brake pedal due to the bottom of her shoe being wet from the leak. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics who confirmed that the water leaked from the drain plug. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 112,000.
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 needed to be cleaned and replaced. The contact was included in NHTSA campaign number: 08V139000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
Brakes
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 parked next to it. All 3 cars were damage. My car and the car I hit sustained front end damage. The third car was scraped along the driver side door and rear panel. There was a witness to this accident that told the responding california chp officer that he saw my car experience two surges as I slowly entered the parking. He also informed the office that he saw my break lights on before the first surge happened. Updated 02/24/16 updated 12/12/2017
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. The contact was driving 10 MPH when the brakes were depressed but the vehicle failed to stop. The emergency brake was deployed in order to stop the vehicle. The contact also mentioned the vehicle caliper was detached under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the mechanic confirmed that the caliper and front brakes needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed that the VIN did not qualify for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 06V068000 (service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components:disc:caliper). The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 82,000.
Electrical system
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 that this is very common occurrence. What people have said on-line was that it was a poor design, thus the connecting pins are too close which causes them to heat up and char the connector. If I would have had a new paper or backpack in that area, it could cause a fire while driving resulting in a fatal accident. I tried reconnecting, that part I used was charred a second time. I believe it should be recalled by the manufacturer.
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 needed to be cleaned and replaced. The contact was included in NHTSA campaign number: 08V139000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 16 / 21 / 18 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 15 / 20 / 17 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor a good car?
Based on 40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2005 Endeavor rates avoid: 3.1× as many complaints as a typical year of the Endeavor at the same age. It is one of the Endeavor years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor?
The body & structure — 10 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year, most often about body. Next are the brakes (8) and electrical system (7).
How many recalls does the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor have?
There are 6 recalls for the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor, the most recent from February 25, 2010 (filler pipe and cap). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mitsubishi Endeavor?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2008, 2011 and 2006. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2004, 2005 and 2007. See the full Mitsubishi Endeavor years comparison.
At what mileage do 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 85,000 miles; 27% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.