Model year guide

2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 25 on record.

2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor — representative photo
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2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor at a glance

Safety recalls3
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$5,412

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor recalls 3

Electrical System:software NHTSA Campaign #10V514000 · 20/10/2010

MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2008 ENDEAVOR WITH MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING. DUE TO AN INCORRECT HEATER (HVAC) CONTROLLER SIGNAL, THE AIR FLOW FROM THE AIR VENTS MAY RANDOMLY CHANGE DIRECTION AND/OR THE TEMPERATURE MAY BRIEFLY CYCLE BETWEEN HOT AND COLD.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR DAMAGE AND IF NECESSARY REPAIR THE MODE DOOR SHAFT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap NHTSA Campaign #10V065000 · 25/02/2010

MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 ENDEAVOR VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND WASHINGTON D.C. COLD STATES INCLUDE NORTH DAKO…

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER PIPE WITH A NEW IMPROVED PART FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JULY 5, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.

Electrical System:ignition NHTSA Campaign #08V139000 · 26/03/2008

MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 120,000 MY 2004-2006 ENDEAVOR PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING VEHICLE USE, THE IGNITION KEY INTERLOCK CABLE (WHICH IS A COMPONENT OF THE INTERLOCK SYSTEM) MAY ALLOW THE INTERLOCKING CAM TO FALL FORWARD AND ALLOW THE IGNITION KEY TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHEN THE GEARSHIFT MECHANISM IS NOT IN THE PARK POSITION.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CORRECT THESE VEHICLES FOR THE REPORTED CONDITION. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON JULY 7, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,325

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor worth?

Low
$3,555
Typical price
$5,412
High
$7,700

From 25 comparable 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,625
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,650
Total$25,275
Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($5,412) with the same model 4 model-years older ($2,503), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor trims & engines on record

Trims
LS
Engines
3.8L

2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor vehicles on record

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2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor at about 18 mpg combined (15 city / 21 highway).

How much is a 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor worth?

Comparable 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor listings run roughly $3,555–$7,700, typically around $5,412 (from 25 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.