2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 59about this part
- Share
- 32%of 182 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 78,756miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 59 complaints about the body and structure of the 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 32% of the 182 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 78,756 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The roof rack has very flimsy paint and has been peeling for years. I contacted the dealership and was told it was not covered. I commute on the freeway and 90% of the endeavors I see have paint peeling off their roof rack. I have kept this car in the garage for the last 8 out of 10 years. It has been protected from the elements and isn't driven much and still the roof rack looks awful! If I were looking to buy a new car and saw this, I certainly would not want a car with a paint problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10618854, filed 2014-08, 125,000 miles“Paint delaminates from vehicle surface. Exterior paint starts to degrade then delaminates from the vehicle's surface until eventually the entire vehicle is exposed to the metal. This occurred in less than 2 years and continued throughout my ownership of the vehicle, which was a lease that I was charged for the damage. This is clearly problem. After a short internet search, thousands of exact complaints can be found.”
NHTSA complaint #10267920, filed 2009-05, 42,000 miles“There is water on the driver side floor underneath the carpet. The AC has not been on and still we had water on the driver side when it rained alittle last night. I see alot of complaints regarding this issue and there seems to be a poor design.”
NHTSA complaint #10426840, filed 2011-09, 65,000 miles“The car has been accumulating fluid on the floor of the driver's side. Usure of where the problem was, we have been absorbing the water and airing out the car. Mold has accumulated as well (black mold) and now I know why I've had repeated respiratory problems, including pneumonia three times over the past 2 years. Rust is also forming due to the constant humidity levels inside the car. The brake pedal seems to be rusting as well as the driver's side chair floor mount. I cannot see what is happening to the electrical wiring, as it is covered by the panels. …”
NHTSA complaint #10995423, filed 2017-06, 130,000 miles“2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor - manufacturer used plastic covers on the underside of the car to protect engine. I believe it is a poor design, that has broken on my car, and with any type of road debris will continue to break. While this may not be a safety item, a safer method with be some type of light metal panel.”
NHTSA complaint #10054778, filed 2004-01, 1,500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10235609Apr 24, 2023This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
- 10170852Jan 29, 2013This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
- 10170097Jan 15, 2013This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10015720Apr 1, 2005Seat side seam tearing. Mitsubishi tech talk.
- 10015221Jan 1, 2005Water leaks at the rear of the body.
- 10018367Dec 1, 2004Water leaks. Refer to 03-42b-003. Mitsubishi. Tech talk.
- 10013773Oct 1, 2004BODY CREAK.
- 10013754Sep 1, 2004Buzz or rattle from rear speaker area.
- 10013740Sep 1, 2004WHISTLE NOISE.
- 10014362May 1, 2004Water drip at rear of sunroof.
Body and structure: other model years
Other parts of the 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
22 complaintsFuel system
22 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
18 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsEquipment
14 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsBrakes
11 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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