Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 0423001 | 02/01/2005 | 0513002 | 10006465 | Power train control module (pcm) reprogramming for a/t shift delay. *tt update. *tt update. *tt | 05/03/2004 |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 0523004 | 07/01/2005 | 0523004 | 10016754 | 2-3 shift flare. *tt | 10/04/2005 |
| 115 | 04/01/2005 | 10015717 | Transaxle gear whine. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt | 08/10/2005 | |
| 113 | 01/01/2005 | 10015215 | Transaxle gear whine. *tt | 07/08/2005 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||||
| 137 | 05/01/2007 | 10021743 | Reprogramming the pcm drivability or sensitivity issues can be corrected. *kb | 06/18/2007 | |
| 116 | 06/01/2005 | 10015624 | Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0133/153 reflash. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt | 08/02/2005 | |
| 116 | 06/01/2005 | 10015622 | Powertrain control module (pcm) reprogramming. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt | 08/02/2005 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 23 | 12/01/2004 | 10018364 | High-pitched whine that varies with slight acceleration, sometimes on deceleration. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt | 12/21/2005 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION - FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY | ||||||
| PE08006 | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 01/29/2008 | 04/14/2008 | IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK SYSTEM | 08V276000 | |
| 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 removal is prevented; when the lever is positioned in its forward position, key removal is allowed.according to mitsubishi, the ignition key interlock cable may allow the interlock lever to fall forward during vehicle use.in this state the ignition key can be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not in the park position.if the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.most of the reported crash incidents were minor in nature involving unoccupied vehicles rolling from a parked condition and striking other vehicles or objects.the single injury incident occurred when the operator parked the vehicle, exited, and was subsequently struck by the vehicle as it rolled away.the type and severity of the injuries were not described.in a letter dated march 21, 2008, mitsubishi advised nhtsa that it will conduct a safety recall to address this condition (see www.safercar.gov, recall action 08v-139 for further details); remedy details and timing are to be determined.accordingly the investigation is closed. | ||||||
| PE08006 | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 01/29/2008 | 04/14/2008 | IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK SYSTEM | 08V139000 | |
| 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 removal is prevented; when the lever is positioned in its forward position, key removal is allowed.according to mitsubishi, the ignition key interlock cable may allow the interlock lever to fall forward during vehicle use.in this state the ignition key can be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not in the park position.if the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.most of the reported crash incidents were minor in nature involving unoccupied vehicles rolling from a parked condition and striking other vehicles or objects.the single injury incident occurred when the operator parked the vehicle, exited, and was subsequently struck by the vehicle as it rolled away.the type and severity of the injuries were not described.in a letter dated march 21, 2008, mitsubishi advised nhtsa that it will conduct a safety recall to address this condition (see www.safercar.gov, recall action 08v-139 for further details); remedy details and timing are to be determined.accordingly the investigation is closed. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 04/20/2009 | 49616 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2005 mitsubishi endeavor. the contact shifted into park, turned off the vehicle, and removed the keys from the ignition, but the vehicle began to roll backwards. he had to start the ignition while it was rolling and apply the brakes in order to stop the vehicle. the vehicle crashed into another vehicle during the failure. afterwards, he attempted to place the vehicle into drive, but the vehicle would not move. the vehicle was finally able to move thirty minutes later. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer, but they could not remedy the issue. a police report was filed and there were no injuries. the current mileage was 49,685 and failure mileage was 49,616. | |||
| 09/11/2008 | 70000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2005 mitsubishi endeavor. while driving 40 mph, the transmission suddenly locked. prior to the failure, the contact noticed that the dashboard shift indicator light would flash whenever the vehicle was placed into drive. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the current and failure mileages were 70,000. | |||
| 11/19/2005 | 6000 | 1 | 10/13/2004 |
| 1. my 2005 endeavor has 11,000 kms, covered by the warranty (it has less than a year since i bought it. lst friday i was driving normally to my work when i felt thumps and if it were pulling back and forth. i don't know how but i managed to park, and when i did something under it ripped off and a huge spot of oil appeared. it leaked all the transmission fluid on the pavement. this could have been lethal if it were on a road, according to the mechanic. now mitsubishi refuses to recognize warranty. the cause was a broken hose of transmission fluid which caused the leakage. *nm | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER | |||
| 10/12/2007 | 76000 | 1 | 09/19/2006 |
| 2005 mitsubishi endeavor, i bought the car brand new, i have had the car for a year. on 12 oct 07, i went to get into my car and it wouldn't start, apparently the weld on the torque converter did not hold. the shop i took it to said that it had to be a defect, especially since the car wasn't that old. *jb | |||