2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 3.8L 6-cyl FWD · 15 city / 21 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. The part named most often is air bags, with 2 complaints (25% of the total), followed by body and structure (2) and visibility (2). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 60% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 40,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 5 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 36 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Body and structure complaints overlap with 7 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags2 25%
- Body and structure2 25%
- Brakes1 13%
- Engine1 13%
- Fuel system1 13%
- Other or unknown1 13%
Example complaints
Air bags: “I rear ended a truck at a lower speed - after bouncing off my steering wheel. I bounced back to watch my air bag come out slowly and start to inflate - probably a 10 sec process. I could of been seriously hurt !”
NHTSA complaint #11286785, filed 2019-12, 100,000 milesBody and structure: “This vehicle has a potential manufacturer defect in the rear window regarding the defroster. After repeated use of the defroster heating up the window and cooling down the elements in the glass contracted and expanded and shattered the back window spontaneously causing an over $600 repair. There was no prior damage and no other possible causation that occurred for this and the vehicle window repair specialist looked at it and determined to that the fracture line was caused by these elements embedded in the glass this needs to be investigated”
NHTSA complaint #11573205, filed 2024-02Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “The contact owns a 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. While driving various speeds, the defrost failed to operate. A local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the HVAC control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown.”
NHTSA complaint #11020050, filed 2017-08Mileage when problems were reported
60% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 35,000 and 66,078 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endeavor 2WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 21 | 18 | $4,550 |
| Endeavor AWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 19 | 17 | $4,850 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 36 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10240443Jul 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10235609Apr 24, 2023Body and structure. This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
- 10235608Apr 24, 2023Equipment. This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more…
- 10235606Apr 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10233997Mar 7, 2023Electrical system, Engine cooling. This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.
- 10233994Mar 7, 2023Engine cooling, Electrical system. This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote start system.
- 10211530Apr 7, 2022Other or unknown, Exterior lighting. This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a…
- 10169006Nov 26, 2019Equipment. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10163703Jul 30, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
- 10159665Apr 23, 2019Electrical system. This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and…
Other model years of the Mitsubishi Endeavor
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 8 | 40,000 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 2010 | 11 | 88,000 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 14 | 152,050 | 3 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 21 | 74,300 | 5 | — | 18 | — | Falling |
| 2006 | 20 | 106,000 | 5 | — | 18 | — | Falling |
| 2005 | 40 | 85,000 | 6 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 182 | 78,000 | 6 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Mitsubishi Endeavor model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 2 complaints (25% of the total), followed by body and structure with 2.
Has the 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor get?
The EPA rates the 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (Endeavor 2WD, 3.8L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 15 city and 21 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 40,000 miles and the middle half falls between 35,000 and 66,078 miles; 60% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.