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Mitsubishi Raider problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Raider from 2006 to 2009: 99 owner complaints and 11 recalls across 4 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (55), 2007 (35), 2008 (8). Best fuel economy: 18 mpg combined (2009).

Mitsubishi Raider
Photo: Cutlass · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Airbags56
Electrical14
Transmission & drivetrain13
Brakes (hydraulic)6
Brakes5
Suspension4
Engine3
Engine & cooling3

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200655517
200723517
20082818
20092118

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mitsubishi Raider?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (55), 2007 (35), 2008 (8).

How many recalls has the Mitsubishi Raider had?

Across 2006–2009, NHTSA lists 11 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).