,am writing regarding a severe safety issue at the [XXX] Mitsubishi location. Over a month ago, I brought my 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor in for an open federal safety recall regarding a fuel leak (the federal safety agency Recall 10V065000). I was sent away without a safe vehicle while parts were 'ordered.'Five days ago, the new service manager promised a callback the next day. I was ghosted. Today, I attempted to follow up on my parts status, and it appears the service desk has blocked my phone number. I am currently operating a vehicle that actively leaks raw gasoline at the pump in the Milwaukee area. This is a massive corporate liability. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor fuel system problems
22 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 135,000.
- owner complaints
- 22
- of this car's complaints
- 12%
- typical mileage
- 135,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap2
- Storage: tank assembly1
At what mileage
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Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- 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 dakota, south dakota, nebraska, kansas, oklahoma, colorado, wyoming, montana, idaho, washington, oregon, and utah. Adjoining states include arkansas, tennessee, and north carolina. In severe corrosive environments where road salts are frequently used in winter vehicles may be exposed to road debris (mud) mixed with road salt. This material can become trapped between a reinforcing bracket and the fuel filler pipe, potentially causing corrosion. Over time, corrosion could create a leak in the fuel filler pipe that could result in a fuel leakage when fueling the vehicle.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 10V065000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Gasoline leaks
This investigation was opened on december 30, 2009, based on five consumer reports alleging gasoline fuel leaking from the fuel fill pipe.some of the complainants indicated the fuel fill pipe had corroded to the point of being perforated, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.by letter of february, 24, 2010, and amended march 10, 2010, mitsubishi motors north america (mitsubishi) notified the agency that it will conduct a safety recall of approximately 26,135 subject vehicles.the recalled vehicles were sold or are currently registered in the following salt belt states : ct, de, il, in, ia, ky, me, md, ma, mi, mn, mo, nh, nj, ny, oh, pa, ri, vt, va, wv, wi, and the district of columbia.mitsubishi will also include in the recall the following cold climate states: nd, sd, nb, ks, ok, co, wy, mt, id, wa, or, and ut.mitiubishi states that a mixture of mud and road salt can become trapped between a reinforcing bracket and the fill pipe and lead to corrosion of the fill pipe, resulting in leaks during refueling.for subject vehicles not in salt belt or cold states (approximately 28,077), mitsubishi will extend the warranty of the fuel fill pipe to 10 years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first.
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What 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Fuel filler neck is defective causing code p0442. Car VIN was never part of recall. I should get reimbursed for this repair.
Car would not start after pumping fuel in - took to mechanic; he said battery fine few days later, car would not start after pumping fuel in - took to mechanic; he said battery bad. I replaced battery. Few days later, car would not start after pumping fuel in - took to mechanic; he said new battery fine. Since car did not start 3 times in a row after pumping gas, and I needed a jump every time, I had mechanic do a diagnostic. He said the issue was tied to a recall bulletin. 10v065000 - filler pipe and cap. Called mitsubishi to fix it but they said my car does not qualify because I am state of california. I do a lot of my driving in snow so I feel mitsubishi should fix this for me. This is a potential fire hazard so I need to fix it asap (plus I don't want to get stuck at a gas station again needing a jump). I'd like mitsubishi to reimburse me for this expense because now I have to pay out of pocket.
I have talked to mitsubishi numerous times since august 2016. They keep passing the buck or case manager is on vacation. I've been using a hose and funnel to fuel my car because the fill tube has rusted out. This and 4 more recalls on this car puts me in a dangerous situation that mitsubishi is aware of. I am tired of getting the run around.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mitsubishi endeavor. While filling the vehicle with fuel, the fuel leaked out. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel filler pipe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v065000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was 178,000. Updated 11/01/16*lj *tr
Had recall repaired (fuel injection pipe)@ pomoco hampton va. Immediately afterwards, engine light came on while driving 6 miles up the road. Five days later water started leaking on driver side only. Took vehicle back to dealer. They stated, a hose was missing on recall repair. I wondered why whenever I topped off gas @ the pump, fuel leaked from back tire area under vehicle. Fire hazard. They quoted 1500 to fix water leak. Got a it fix @ another auto repair. Six mths later, back to pomoco for yrly inspection, 2 days later, whenever I press brakes, make turns on city streets, highway, or in motion I feel something rolls under my feet but cant see it, must be underneath. A mth afterwards, everything is wet. All the floor boards, puddles. Cardboard, towels nothing will stop the water flow with AC functioning. I have 128,000 miles on the vehicle, bought in 2010 with 51,000 on it. Ever since the fuel pipe recall, that pomoco took 3 mths to complete because they didnt want to do the work which forced me to file complaint with the corporation, the federal safety agency, & one other, I've had water problems. This will be taken to a higher legal level due to this is & continues to cause harm, intentional or otherwise. We're advised here not to get personal but mold & mushrooms etc, should not exist in a vehicle. I see this has been an issue with lots of others and nothing done to date. Started in around oct 2015 (recall repair) & again may 2016.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mitsubishi endeavor. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank while she was fueling the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel fuller neck was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was made aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v650000 (fuel system, gasoline), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 153,000.
Letter from senator grassley on behalf of constituent re 2004 mitsubishi endeavor ls. *smd the consumer stated the fuel filler neck and fuel regulator were leaking and had to be replaced. The consumer stated a recall was issued and requested reimbursement. However, mitsubishi stated the vehicle was not a part of the recall.
This investigation was opened on december 30, 2009, based on five consumer reports alleging gasoline fuel leaking from the fuel fill pipe. Some of the complainants indicated the fuel fill pipe had corroded to the point of being perforated, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe. We had this fixed in concord, nh. Now it needs to be fixed again. They say they do not fix it twice. I called last november and mitsubishi was no help at all. We have only 115, 000 miles on the car.
Tl*the contact owns 2004 mitsubishi endeavor. The contact stated that a strong odor of fuel emitted inside and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis and they discovered a leak coming from the top of the fuel tank. The dealer informed that the fuel tank and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 214,318.
Questions about the 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor fuel system
Does the 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the fuel system of the 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 12% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 135,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 10V065000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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