Mitsubishi Raider years to avoid
The Mitsubishi Raider years to avoid are 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation.
126
Total complaints
5
Recall campaigns
2006–2009
Years covered
4
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Raider years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | High complaints + open investigation | 74 | |
| 2007 | High complaints + open investigation | 42 | |
| 2008 | Open safety investigation | 9 | |
| 2009 | Open safety investigation | 1 |
Every Raider year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009avoid | 1 | 2 | |
| 2008avoid | 9 | 2 | |
| 2007avoid | 42 | 2 | |
| 2006avoid | 74 | 5 |
Common questions
What are the worst Mitsubishi Raider years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Raider years to avoid are 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009.
How many recalls does the Mitsubishi Raider have?
Across all model years, the Raider has 5 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 126 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through August 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated August 28, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.