Major Problems with Mitsubishi Galant Derived from Complaints & Recalls

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Best and Worst Years for Mitsubishi Galant

Explore the chart showing how many complaints have been filed for each year of Mitsubishi Galant.

Model Year	Complaints
2012 Galant	6
2011 Galant	2
2010 Galant	7
2009 Galant	13
2008 Galant	5
2007 Galant	23
2006 Galant	23
2005 Galant	25
2004 Galant	58
2003 Galant	124
2002 Galant	134
2001 Galant	151
2000 Galant	136
1999 Galant	215

Worst 3 Mitsubishi Galant complaints

2011 Mitsubishi Galant BODY Victims: 4 Mileage: 34000 miles

2000 Mitsubishi Galant AIR BAGS Victims: 3

2001 Mitsubishi Galant SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Victims: 3 Mileage: 27000 miles

Browse Mitsubishi Galant complaints by category

Problems with ROTOR, BODY and AIR BAGS are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Mitsubishi Galant owners.

Problem Category	Number of Problems
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS i purchased my 2007 mitsubishi galant on april 28 2007. after about 7000 miles my brakes started pulsating. i took...	68 ~ 9681 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE there was a police chase the car that was been chased hit another car the both cars hit my car...	66 ~ 30103 miles
AIR BAGS there was a police chase the car that was been chased hit another car the both cars hit my car...	56 ~ 46528 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS i have had two car accidents in my 2007 gallant one in which my entire front end came off and...	54 ~ 12397 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM mitsubishi updates their maps for the galant every 1.5 years however the maps used to update are old maps. for	53 ~ 55266 miles
STRUCTURE rust under carriage. *tr...	46 ~ 42478 miles
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i have a 2006 mitsubishi galant and have had it in the shop repeatedly for the front suspension brakes electrical...	45 ~ 6315 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER when i accelerate there is a electric razor type sound but stops when i reach cruising speed. this only happens	39 ~ 25000 miles
HEATER CORE > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY consumer complained about a heat problem. with the heat. while driving the heat blew out from the vents in the...	35 ~ 46365 miles
DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC brakes are squeaking on this galant since we purchased it and my husbands cousin purchased a galant and his breaks	33 ~ 936 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN i have a 2006 mitsubishi galant and have had it in the shop repeatedly for the front suspension brakes electrical...	29 ~ 29015 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC when going in reverse the car makes a horrible loud noise. the car is still in factory condition and not...	25 ~ 23438 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i purchased this vehicle in 2009. shortly after my purchase the check engine light came and i have the code...	24 ~ 56673 miles
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i purchased my first brand new car on 03-01-04 since i had my vehicle it stared to make rattling noices...	23 ~ 57 miles
SUSPENSION i have trouble with starting the car repetitive issue needs a recall the steering wheel needs a recall. the electric...	22 ~ 20278 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION i have a 2006 mitsubishi galant and have had it in the shop repeatedly for the front suspension brakes electrical...	20 ~ 5994 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL tl* - the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi gallant. the consumer put the vehicle in drive and all of a...	19 ~ 29074 miles
VISIBILITY we are having problems with our 2007 mitsubishi galant the driver window has bust twice while driving and the passenger	17 ~ 68985 miles
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY i own an '04 mitsubishi galant and last october the heater stopped working for about 3 weeks and then suddenly...	17 ~ 58221 miles
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING galant 2003 55 000kms grinding sound when turning the heater temp dial sounds like heater control motor. *jb...	17 ~ 35356 miles
TIRES tl*the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi galant. the manufacturer of the tires are yokohama model name radial all season tubeless...	16 ~ 11712 miles
FRONT UNDERHOOD > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM my car would not start at all. after it being towed to a garage they diagnosed the problem to be...	16 ~ 13259 miles
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl*the contact owns a 2005 mitsubishi galant. the driver side headlights have failed three times within the past 12 months....	15 ~ 51267 miles
STEERING i have trouble with starting the car repetitive issue needs a recall the steering wheel needs a recall. the electric...	14 ~ 26351 miles
ENGINE tl* the contact owns a 2012 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that after accelerating and making a right turn the...	14 ~ 121925 miles
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM i have a 2003 mitsubishi galant es. it has 69000 miles. as of right now the problem with my car...	14 ~ 34079 miles
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC consumer has had sensor in the abs system replaced twice. * no answer required* *ts the vehicle made a loud...	14 ~ 231 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING dt: 2003 mitsubishi galant - the car struggles to change gears. a new engine was placed in the car and...	14 ~ 33263 miles
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE in hot weather the doors stick causing the outer door and inner panel to separate making it unable to be...	13 ~ 16994 miles
EQUIPMENT i bought my vehicle november 2007. i have brought my vehicle in a number of times to have my breaks...	13 ~ 31000 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl*the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that her vehicle was repaired for a fuel system recall....	12 ~ 66473 miles
POWER TRAIN i pulled up to a traffic light with 1 car ahead i stopped with my foot on the brakes. the	11 ~ 68393 miles
PADS > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS i have a 2003 galant that i purchased used at 16000 miles. i have had it for only 6 months...	11 ~ 13467 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING left headlight keeps burning out. replaced socket and bulb 3 times. about to do it again. suspect over-current somewhere...	10 ~ 48500 miles
WHEELS tl* the contact owns a 2012 mitsubishi galant. while driving approximately 10 mph the contact noticed a tumbling sound from...	10 ~ 44592 miles
SEAT BELTS tl* the contact owns a 2011 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that while stopped another vehicle crashed into him from...	10 ~ 21011 miles
SWITCH > TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING this galant has a defective column switch lever that controls lights turn signals and wipers. there was a recall on...	10 ~ 69537 miles
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM when ever i crank the car up in the morning or afternoon after the car sits for a while the...	9 ~ 42844 miles
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY rear window regulators broke one month apart. the rear driver's side regulator broke in september 2010 and rear passenger regulator	7 ~ 87643 miles
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT brake failure when you stop the brakes scrub i have receipts showing that the i have to continue to have...	7 ~ 69459 miles
ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT > WINDSHIELD > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM galant 2003 55 000kms grinding sound when turning the heater temp dial sounds like heater control motor. *jb...	7 ~ 49953 miles
ROTOR > DISC > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR brake problems with 2001 mitsubishi galant se. vehicle in for warranty repairs two times for strong steering wheel vibration and...	7
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM the battery failed and as a result the vehicle would not start. the first battery was replaced 18 months ago.	7
COOLING UNIT AND LINES > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN while driving vehicle began sputtering consumer pulled over to see flames and smoke there was a recall c0104c regarding sparking...	7
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi galant. while driving approximately 30 mph fuel fumes emitted into the vehicle. on...	6 ~ 87667 miles
SEATS i had purchased a new mitsubishi gallant 2003 two weeks before being involved in a hit and run from the...	6 ~ 16850 miles
SERVICE BRAKES tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that while traveling approximately 30 mph the brake pedal...	5 ~ 135646 miles
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi galant. the vehicle would intermittently leak gasoline only when the fuel tank was being...	5 ~ 55060 miles
INTERIOR/UNDER DASH > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM dt: 2003 mitsubishi galant - the car struggles to change gears. a new engine was placed in the car and...	5 ~ 29539 miles
HUB > WHEELS consumer stated that the car had senative hub caps. ts...	5 ~ 44935 miles
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM car continues to have electrical issues -- will stall intermittently and sometimes will not start back up again. *ak...	5 ~ 20000 miles
RACK > RACK AND PINION > STEERING recall 00v225001/steering gear assembly: while coming off freeway ramp vehicle lost total steering. dealer notified and repairs were made under	5
VISIBILITY/WIPER my rear left passenger window rolled itself down into the door frame. i did not roll the window down it...	4 ~ 32000 miles
CABLES > 12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM when battery cables are disconnected for service the car stalls suddenly & repeatedly without warning. this continues for approximately 10-12...	4 ~ 68452 miles
HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING nothing extraordinary leading up to this failure but on the morning of oct 4th i was driving my 2005 mitsubishi...	4 ~ 3000 miles
CALIPER > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS brake rotors jerk vehicle....	4 ~ 18000 miles
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY a few months ago the radio started staying on even while the key was pulled completely out then the horn...	4 ~ 38750 miles
RADIATOR ASSEMBLY > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING while driving and without warning vehicle stalled after inspection of the vehicle dealer determined that radiator had a pinhole. *ak.	4 ~ 35301 miles
DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC the brake system causes vibration in the steering wheel and at the last several rotations of wheels a tremendous clunking...	4
STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR > STEERING no summary listed for above vehicle. *ak...	4
MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2004 mitsubishi galant customer has concerns about engine light coming on* the consumer stated the vehicle was reprogrammed on december	4 ~ 59787 miles
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2004 mitsubishi galant customer has concerns about engine light coming on* the consumer stated the vehicle was reprogrammed on december	4 ~ 59750 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL tl* the contact owns a 2012 mitsubishi gallant. the contact stated that there was an abnormal vibration on the front...	3 ~ 20000 miles
TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING instrument panel lights don't come on. fuses all ok switches ok reostat ok. could be bulbs behind instrument panel -...	3 ~ 93667 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES tl*the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi galant. the vehicle has goodyear eagle rsa tires size p235/45r/18. the contact noticed that...	3
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING at about 50k miles both rear windows failed went down on their own and won't go back up i had...	3 ~ 30000 miles
RACK AND PINION > STEERING i have a 2006 mitsubishi galant and have had it in the shop repeatedly for the front suspension brakes electrical...	3 ~ 2933 miles
MASTER CYLINDER > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i purchased my 2007 mitsubishi galant on april 28 2007. after about 7000 miles my brakes started pulsating. i took...	3 ~ 5033 miles
TRUNK LID > BODY > STRUCTURE tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi galant. two weeks after the dmv inspected the vehicle the srs light illuminated. the...	3 ~ 27768 miles
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT problems with the brakes on 2006 mitsubishi galant. the brakes were squeaking so i took it into the shop. they...	3 ~ 9648 miles
SWITCH > HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds the windshield wipers intermittently failed when engaged. additionally upon engaging the headlight...	3 ~ 82000 miles
FOG LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING i have a 2002 galant it was the first brand new car i bought for myself the brakes squeaked the...	3
RETRACTOR > FRONT > SEAT BELTS the seat belt no longer retracts properly. i am concerned that it may no longer provide the pretension required for	3 ~ 20000 miles
REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS dt: the contact stated the rear seat belts rubbed underneath the neck of the passengers. the service dealer stated that	3
WHEEL CYLINDERS > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS the rear brake cylinders on the 2003 mitsubishi galant are leaking. mr sc *jb...	3 ~ 16256 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL when the accelerator is depressed gas pedal intermittently sticks or vehicle won't move. dealer inspected vehicle and could not reproduce	3 ~ 37167 miles
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM in dec of 2004 found a problem while the vehicle was under warranty. the problem is when the reading lamp	3 ~ 35667 miles
RECLINER > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS i rented a car and the driver seat kept sliding back. it would not latch into place. it occurred most	3 ~ 567 miles
GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) > STEERING there was recall o1v225001 a few months back regarding steering gear locking up. consumer had problem resolved. currently same problem...	3
REAR > SUSPENSION me and my wife were driving about 45 miles an hour when the rear end of my car started sliding...	3 ~ 12637 miles
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM while driving consumer heard a loud noise coming from the vehicle. consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle...	3 ~ 28000 miles
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT i own a 2004 mitsubishi galant that first had a recall on the emissions parts a few years ago. i...	2
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC i bought my vehicle november 2007. i have brought my vehicle in a number of times to have my breaks...	2 ~ 30754 miles
HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS > DOOR > BODY dt*: the contact stated on two separate occasions there have been multiple times the abs/tcl (traction control) has disengaged without...	2 ~ 4449 miles
PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC dt*: the contact stated since purchase the vehicle shook when the brake pedal was depressed. the vehicle required excessive stopping...	2 ~ 19000 miles
FLOOR SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION dt: the contact stated while backing out of driveway the button on the floor shifter popped off. she could not...	2 ~ 31600 miles
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES dt: consumer states that approximately a month ago driver's side door won't always open. she took the vehicle to the	2 ~ 28500 miles
TORQUE CONVERTER > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN vehicle vibrates violently at speeds 40-50 mph. *jb...	2 ~ 20000 miles
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i bought my 2004 galant about 4 months ago. everything was great till one day i tried to stop and...	2 ~ 10000 miles
ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR brakes failed to stop vehicle hit another vehiclle then a concrete barrier. speed approximately 45 mph both frontal airbags failed	2 ~ 33300 miles
RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT need for radio code not furnished by mitsubshi dealer in alhambra ca had to purchase new battery radio would not...	2
STABILIZER BAR > FRONT > SUSPENSION 1) 2002 galant with front suspension rattle. (just 4 000 miles outside of warranty.) 2) diagnosis excessive play in front-right...	2 ~ 41250 miles
PADS > DISC > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR brake problems with 2001 mitsubishi galant se. vehicle in for warranty repairs two times for strong steering wheel vibration and...	2
DRUM > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS consumer had front/rear brakes and rotors replaced three different timesdue to excessive wear after 1 200 miles. *ak...	2
BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE i have a 2000 galant and about seven months after i purchased the car the clear coat on the paint...	2 ~ 17500 miles
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE i have a '03 mitsubishi galant (automatic) which now has approx 8000 miles. at approx. 4500 miles the vehicle began...	2 ~ 4050 miles
LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS while driving 2 lug nuts broke off. ak the dealer replaced all 4 lug nuts ph *jb...	2 ~ 9054 miles
LOWER BALL JOINT > CONTROL ARM > FRONT premature wear need replacement. *ak...	2 ~ 20000 miles
BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS > GASOLINE > ENGINE i purchased a 2003 mitsubishi galant in december 2002. since purchasing the car the brakes and rotors have been replaced...	2 ~ 47500 miles
ANCHORAGE > FRONT > SEAT BELTS while traveling about 35mph on a side street another vehicle veered in front of consumer's vehicle and she hit vehicle	2
FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER there was a vibration and brake pulsation. the front rotors were inspected and were found warped. the dealer replaced the...	2 ~ 38700 miles
RIM > WHEELS the 16" rims are not standard to this vehicle as i have observed but came with the car. they are	2
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN abs light and traction control light illuminates. stopping distance has increased along with brake pedal vibrating when brakes applied. two...	2
LOWER ARM > CONTROL ARM > FRONT vehicle shutters severly when braking. dealer resurfaced the rotors/changed the pads & replaced lower control arm. the higher the speed...	2
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY windows fog up even when defroster is on. dealer has inspected vehicle.*ak...	2
PUMP > HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST > STEERING consumer stated the power steering pump needed to be replaced.*jb...	2
BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2005 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that the rear passenger side brake light would not...	1
NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT mitsubishi updates their maps for the galant every 1.5 years however the maps used to update are old maps. for	1 ~ 36000 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY driving down the highway at 65 and the sunroof blew off the car. glass/brackets/inside cover. entire thing just separated. thank...	1
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS i lost control of the vehicle swerved out of control and rolled over and the side airbags did not deploy.	1 ~ 85000 miles
INTERIOR LIGHTING 1. purchased "as is" in daylight hours did not notice interior lights did not function. 2. interior lights and trunk...	1 ~ 97500 miles
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE the drivers side floor is constantly wet in my 2001 galant. it started happening in the last 3 months. i...	1 ~ 132000 miles
TREAD/BELT > TIRES tl*the contact owns a 2005 mitsubishi galant. the vehicle has mastercraft a/s iv steel belted radial tires size p225/70r15. while...	1 ~ 76000 miles
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES in 2007 horn would just blow on it's own at random times. even though the battery was only one year...	1 ~ 45000 miles
FAN > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING brake failure when you stop the brakes scrub i have receipts showing that the i have to continue to have...	1 ~ 27000 miles
SWITCH > FOG LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING brake failure when you stop the brakes scrub i have receipts showing that the i have to continue to have...	1 ~ 27000 miles
CRANKCASE (PCV) > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi galant. when the vehicle was started the engine would shut off. all of the...	1 ~ 103000 miles
OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL > OTHER > EQUIPMENT 18 demeits ? horn not working repolled no reason bad vin# car turned off lo-jack. *tr...	1
HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING my car had an overheating problem last december 12/2007. therefore i took it to a mechanic to get it fixed....	1 ~ 65000 miles
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE i purchased my vehicle used from a dealership here locally and have had problems with it ever since i bought...	1 ~ 83072 miles
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi galant. two weeks after the dmv inspected the vehicle the srs light illuminated. the...	1 ~ 83305 miles
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM alternator and wire harness caught on fire on my 1999 mitsubishi galant. harness and alternator plug were totally burnt. had...	1 ~ 141203 miles
STARTER ASSEMBLY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM dt*: the contact stated the vehicle did not start immediately upon turning the ignition. the warning lights illuminated briefly. previously...	1 ~ 126000 miles
SWITCH/WIRING > REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY dt*: the contact stated the vehicle did not start immediately upon turning the ignition. the warning lights illuminated briefly. previously...	1 ~ 126000 miles
CONTROL UNIT/MODULE > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC dt*: the contact stated on two separate occasions there have been multiple times the abs/tcl (traction control) has disengaged without...	1 ~ 6398 miles
SWITCH/WIRING > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY dt*: the contact stated the windshield wiper/washer switch/wiring is broke. there is an nhtsa recall #99v305001 concerning the windshield wiper/washer:...	1 ~ 144674 miles
LINKAGES > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY i have a 2003 mitsubishi galant es. it has 69000 miles. as of right now the problem with my car...	1 ~ 48000 miles
LABELS > OTHER > EQUIPMENT i have owned a 2000 galant brand new for the past 5 years. i keep up with the service and...	1 ~ 97000 miles
EXTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY dt: both exterior rear view mirrors fell off the vehicle while the consumer was wiping them. *nm...	1
ROOF AND PILLARS > BODY > STRUCTURE problem #1) purchased used vehicle from private seller. the driver side door/window has rattling sound during driving causing unpleasant driving...	1 ~ 57000 miles
CABLES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL vehicle has been repaired twice at two different dealerships for same problem. vehicle has been in two separate dealerships for	1 ~ 3200 miles
SHOCK ABSORBER > REAR > SUSPENSION vehicle was traveling just below 60 mph when all of a sudden the rear suspension dropped to the ground and...	1
FLASHER UNIT > TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING i bought a 2001 mitsabushi galant and the car runs fine but when it gets cold weather my turn signals...	1
FRONT > SEAT BELTS i bought the car used in 2002. since i have had the car my brakes keep making this cracking noises....	1 ~ 80000 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE on leaving work i filled up the gas tank. i started to drive home and my gas gauge showed near...	1
AUTOMATIC (ASC) > ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL vehicle has a tendency to pull to the right while in motion. front end feels shaky at high speeds or	1
FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY > MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN upon reversing from a parking spot my gear shift became free floating. i was unable to put the car into...	1 ~ 63000 miles
BASE (INFANT) > CHILD SEAT graco snugride model # 7464-cel. on 3/16/2004 during a four car pile up consumer's vehicle was rear ended. during the...	1
FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE tl*the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that the vehicle's dashboard began cracking soon after the warranty...	1 ~ 38000 miles
WHEEL SPEED SENSOR > ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR i was driving down the marbach rd at 40 mi hr street surface changed and my anti lock and traction...	1 ~ 49800 miles
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR i was driving down the marbach rd at 40 mi hr street surface changed and my anti lock and traction...	1 ~ 49800 miles
HEAD RESTRAINT > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS i purchaed a mitsubishi galant 2003 on 8/19/03 from jim hudson mitsubishi. on 8/23/2003 i was hit in the rear...	1
HYDRAULIC > POWER ASSIST > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC mitsubishi galant 2001 es has severe brake system failure. brake pads that were installed by manufacture always worn out within...	1 ~ 33590 miles
AXLE SHAFT > AXLE ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN severe steering vibrations at highway speeds 60mph & above. the dealer has so far replaced front right transaxle balanced tires...	1
DRIVESHAFT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN when ever vehicle is in reverse there is a clicking noise. took to dealer and the dealer wants to replace	1
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS while attempting to park another vehicle hit consumer's vehicle on passenger's rear side tire. child that was sitting in middle	1
POWER STEERING FLUID > HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST > STEERING while driving 45-50 mph smelled smoke. consumer applied brakes and they faded. transmission slipped. consumer pulled over and front of...	1
MODULE > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM while traveling approximately 45 to 50 mph smoke started coming from front end of vehicle. upon examination by dealership wiring...	1
PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN ea 01 017/inadvertent roll away in reverse in park: while parked and idling vehicle commenced to roll backward consumer was...	1
ANTI-THEFT DEVICE > COLUMN LOCKING > STEERING dealer fixed recall on vehicle and next day while driving steering wheel locked up and spun out of control. contacted	1
IDLER AND ATTACHMENT > ARM > LINKAGES i have had problem after problem...had rotors replaced 3 mos after purchase complained of violent shaking numerous times. i was...	1
COLUMN > STEERING the suspension/steering foundation has a problem that the dealership cannot locate. an alignment is needed every 2/3 months(not always riding...	1 ~ 34000 miles
LINKAGES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL while pulling out of a parking space and upon shifting gear into drive engine suddenly accelerated and caused vehicle to...	1
POWER ASSIST > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC braking distance too long.*ak...	1
CONVENTIONAL > PARKING BRAKE consumer was driving down road when a fire ignitied in engine. consumer applied brakes but they were inoperative. had to...	1
DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE this car was leaking gasoline. the fuel pump housing seal had to be replaced. it took two days and a...	1
WHEEL BEARING > FRONT > SUSPENSION my galant has had wheel vibration problems since i purchased it brand new in 2000. i took it to the...	1
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY rear window exploded into thousands of tiny pieces when passenger side door was closed. *ak...	1
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC vehicle vibrates when brake is applied and pulls to the right or left too. yh...	1
CONTROL ARM > FRONT > SUSPENSION front end feels shaky at high speeds going over rough roads and bumps & changing lanes at high speed. vehicle...	1
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL while vehicle was coasting it surged and engine idled high. dealer has been contacted. please provide further information.*ak...	1

FAQ

What year Mitsubishi Galant is the most reliable?

Speaking of the models produced in the last 14 years, Mitsubishi Galant models of 2011, 2008, 2012 year of manufacture have had the least number of complaints.

What year was a bad year for Mitsubishi Galant?

Mitsubishi Galant models of 1999 and 2001 are probably the years to be avoided like the plague due to a higher than an average number of issues reported.

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TEKTON 3/8 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque ...
- Includes 1-pc. 3/8 in. drive torque wrench; Storage case; Product manual with torque conversion chart
- Wrench emits a click that can be heard and felt when the preset value is reached
- Permanently marked, high-contrast dual-range...

Mechanic tool set

Crescent 180 Pc. Professional Tool Set i...
- The Crescent Professional Tool Set has a newly designed 72T quick release ratchet
- Carefully selected assortment of hand tools for most industrial, mechanical, and consumer applications
- Get incredible access from combination wrenches with narrow heads,...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 215 Piece, ...
- MINIMAL ARCH SWING: 72-tooth 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. Drive Ratchets produce a 5-degree arc swing. Ideal balance between access and durability.
- VERSATILE: Comprehensive set of 1/4 in., 3/8 in. Drive Sockets and Drive Tool...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 230 Piece w...
- TACKLE A VARIETY OF PROJECTS: Complete automotive jobs and general mechanic fixes with this heavy-duty, 230-piece all-in-one mechanic tool set
- OPEN AND CLOSE THE DRAWERS WITH ONE HAND as you work with a spring-loaded locking...
DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 1/4" & 3/8" &...
- 72 tooth count ratchet providing a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Anti-slip driver handle provides maximum comfort
- Housed in a durable carrying case with metal latches
- Full-polish chrome for corrosion resistance
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Se...
- Socket sets include 72 tooth count ratchets which allow for a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Ratchets include a low profile directional lever to help reduce catch points and for easy...
Amazon Basics Mechanic's Tool Set with C...
- Mechanic tool kit and socket set for tackling multiple sizes and types of fasteners, especially nuts and bolts
- Includes a 201-piece set that combines most popular sockets, wrenches, hex keys, and screwdriver bits
- Both metric...

Tool box

TUFFIOM 8-Drawer Rolling Tool Chest w/Lo...
- LARGE STORAGE CAPACITY: The rolling tool chest is designed with 8 drawers and 1 bottom cabinet for storing tools, small equipment or other objects. And the bottom cabinet features side hooks for hanging tools like...
beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST...
- Sturdy + Stackable: Durable Auto-Lock Latches Make Connecting These Stackable Units Quick And Easy
- Quick Access: The Quick-Release On The Locking Latch Allows You To Easily Separate Each Module When Stacked For Quick Access To...
BIG RED ANTBD133-XB Torin 20" Portable 3...
- Heavy duty tool box is made of thick steel, with powder coat red paint finish, beautiful and easy to clean
- Measures 20.5" L x 8.5" W x 12" H, and is equipped with 3 drawers...
DEKOPRO 228 Piece Socket Wrench Auto Rep...
- HIGH QUALITY&STANDARDS:Forged from high-quality steel and finished in high-polish chrome,strength, durability, anti-corrosion protection.All the tools meet or exceed ANSI critical standards
- COMPLETE VARIETIES:Contains tools needed for most small repairs and basic DIY projects around the...
Torin 17-Inch Plastic Tool Box,3-Tiers M...
- Tough metal latches are solid and easy to open and close, with long use life
- Foldable three-tier tray provides you with more storage space and you can separate metric and imperial tools to take them...
CARTMAN 148 Piece Automotive and Househo...
- Comprehensive Tool Set: The Cartman 148-Piece Tool Kit includes all the crucial tools needed for everyday home repairs and maintenance, from cutting to tightening, measuring to hammering.
- Durable and Corrosion-Resistant: All tools in the kit...