Suspension Problems of Mitsubishi Raider

Mitsubishi Raider owners have reported 4 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension wheel bearing (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's rear suspension (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Mitsubishi Raider


Recently reported Suspension problems of Mitsubishi Raider

The Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem

Medium to extreme front end vibration when applying the brakes on a downhill slope or at highway speeds. Front and left wheel bearings were replaced at around 22,000 miles (unusual) and I think at 31,000 miles they may need to be replaced once more.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

Shortly after the first 7000 miles a noise, like metal objects b egan coming from rear of the vehicle, usually during turns. The frequency increased to the point where it was hear almost all turns. Dealer inspected and stated that it was normal fot this vehicle.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

For the last 2 years this vehicle has had rust issues, the whole thing is rusting through. Undernreath, bumper, tow hooks, the parts underneath the truck. I was blown off by mitshubishi when I complained. They told me this was my issue to due I lived in maine.   Read details...

The Suspension problem

The front end became extremly loose and the front axle housing broke away from it mounting bolts and fell on the the skid plate   Read details...




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