2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
74
Owner Complaints
5
Recalls
16
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER
The 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER has received a total of 74 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH. 16 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (29 complaints), Electrical System (7 complaints), and Power Train (5 complaints).
Recalls for the 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER, potentially affecting up to 8,898,578 vehicles.
Recall 16V352000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 4,648,270 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012...
Consequence: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag...
View full details →Recall 15V313000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 4,077,169 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage...
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator,...
View full details →Recall 14V795000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
| 54,164 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Dakota, and 2006 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006 with manual transmissions. The return springs in the clutch ignition interlock switch may break.
Consequence: Broken springs can result in a no-start condition, or cause unintended movement when the ignition is cranked, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P80.
View full details →Recall 06V038000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
| 39,274 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH FOUR-WHEEL ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEMS (ABS), THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) MAY CAUSE A LOSS OF FRONT TO REAR BRAKE BALANCE, AND THE REAR BRAKES COULD LOCK UP PREMATURELY DURING CERTAIN BRAKING CONDITIONS.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ABS ECU. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING THE WEEK OF JULY 17, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
View full details →Recall 06V039000 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING
| 79,701 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, A STATIC ELECTRICITY SPARK BETWEEN THE OPERATOR AND THE VEHICLE CAN CAUSE THE TURN SIGNAL, HEADLAMPS OR WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO MALFUNCTION WITHOUT WARNING.
Consequence: THIS CAN IMPAIR THE DRIVER'S VISION AND RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL RE-FLASH THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 6, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER
74 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 29 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmission | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemignition | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lightingheadlights | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainclutch Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Traindriveline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionrear | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds through a residential area, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway at the end of a cul-de-sac and shift the vehicle into park. Upon attempting to exit the cul-de-sac the contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift into reverse, after which the contact shifted the vehicle back into drive. Immediately upon shifting back into drive the vehicle aggressively accelerated independently, causing a brief loss of control of the vehicle. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle brought the vehicle to a complete stop and switched the vehicle off; deciding then to discontinue driving the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not towed to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 147,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds through a residential area, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway at the end of a cul-de-sac and shift the vehicle into park. Upon attempting to exit the cul-de-sac the contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift into reverse, after which the contact shifted the vehicle back into drive. Immediately upon shifting back into drive the vehicle aggressively accelerated independently, causing a brief loss of control of the vehicle. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle brought the vehicle to a complete stop and switched the vehicle off; deciding then to discontinue driving the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not towed to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 147,000.
While driving my 2006 Mitsubishi Raider, I was leaving a customer’s home with a load on my truck. The first issue I encountered was that the truck struggled to exit the driveway. Then, I realized I couldn't shift into reverse. Shortly after, it seemed like the gas line or speed mechanism malfunctioned. Suddenly, the truck accelerated uncontrollably, going full speed straight into a house.luckily I braked in time no accident no report just towed truck tó customers house with aaa after the incident
While driving my 2006 Mitsubishi Raider, I was leaving a customer’s home with a load on my truck. The first issue I encountered was that the truck struggled to exit the driveway. Then, I realized I couldn't shift into reverse. Shortly after, it seemed like the gas line or speed mechanism malfunctioned. Suddenly, the truck accelerated uncontrollably, going full speed straight into a house.luckily I braked in time no accident no report just towed truck tó customers house with aaa after the incident
While driving my 2006 Mitsubishi Raider, I was leaving a customer’s home with a load on my truck. The first issue I encountered was that the truck struggled to exit the driveway. Then, I realized I couldn't shift into reverse. Shortly after, it seemed like the gas line or speed mechanism malfunctioned. Suddenly, the truck accelerated uncontrollably, going full speed straight into a house.luckily I braked in time no accident no report just towed truck tó customers house with aaa after the incident
Safety Rating for the 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. has issued 16 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TIN-23-00-003 — AIR BAGS
This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV), notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with Massachusetts addresses to inform of open Takata recalls.
TIN-23-00-001 — AIR BAGS
This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with Colorado addresses to inform of open Takata recalls.
TIN-22-00-006 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers to inform them MMNA mailed letters to owners with Alabama addresses printed on an Alabama Law Enforcement Agency letterhead and mailed in an envelope with MMNAâÂÂs Alabama mail processing return address, who own certain 2004-2007 Lancer, 2006-2009 Raider, and 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles...
TIN-19-00-003 — AIR BAGS
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to all dealers in the state of Mississippi. This notice informs dealers that MMNA will be mailing letters to owners, with Mississippi addresses, with open Takata airbag recalls. The notice instructs dealers to not only familiarize themselves with the attached sample customer letter...
TIN-18-52B-001 — AIR BAGS
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, it informs them to contact MMNA's Techline if the dealer encounters an affected model (equipped with side curtain airbags) exhibiting a SRS Light Illuminating, as described in SC-11-001, "Occupant Restraint Controller Module - Service Campaign."
TIN-18-52B-001 — AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, it informs them to contact MMNA's Techline if the dealer encounters an affected model (equipped with side curtain airbags) exhibiting a SRS Light Illuminating, as described in SC-11-001, "Occupant Restraint Controller Module - Service Campaign."
RD-11-01-08 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
MITSUBISHI - POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM-2006 RAIDER 3.7L V6. *NJ
08-17-002 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM FREEZES IN EXTREME COLD WEATHER. *NJ
08-13-008 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE MISFIRE AT IDLE. *NJ
0635001 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
SHUDDER WHILE BRAKING. VIBRATION OR SHUDDER IN THE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MITSUBISHI RAIDER
- 2006 MITSUBISHI RAIDER (current)
- 2007 MITSUBISHI RAIDER — 42 complaints
- 2008 MITSUBISHI RAIDER — 9 complaints
- 2009 MITSUBISHI RAIDER — 1 complaint
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