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Mitsubishi Galant recalls and problems

17 recalls and 726 owner complaints for 13 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
17
Complaints
726
Crashes reported
114
Fires reported
43

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Mitsubishi Galant by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2012 Galant091010
2011 Galant032050
2010 Galant192030
2009 Galant0163040
2008 Galant060000
2007 Galant1245060
2006 Galant1244120
2005 Galant3261110
2004 Galant1615011
2003 Galant2126154131
2002 Galant21352110191
2001 Galant71514011220
2000 Galant61361516150

Most reported Mitsubishi Galant problems

Problem areaReports
Structure118
Service Brakes, Hydraulic118
Air Bags108
Electrical System103
Engine and Engine Cooling90
Visibility87
Exterior Lighting36
Power Train35
Unknown or Other31
Suspension29

All Mitsubishi Galant recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
10V-066Feb 25, 20102010Engine and Engine CoolingMitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2010 galant vehicles.
08V-454Sep 9, 20082005–2007Fuel System, GasolineMitsubishi is recalling 45,988 my 2005-2007 endeavor, galant, eclipse coupe, and my 2007 eclipse spyder vehicles.
08V-276Jun 20, 20082004–2005Electrical SystemMitsubishi is recalling 73,000 my 2004-2006 gallant passenger vehicles.
05V-409Sep 15, 20052005Service Brakes, HydraulicOn certain passenger vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes, the brake master cylinder, which controls the fluid pressure to the vehicle's brakes, may allow brake fluid to bypass internally during stopping.
04V-428Sep 1, 20042000–2003EquipmentCertain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
03V-442Nov 4, 20032003Fuel System, GasolineOn certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system.
02V-147May 29, 20022002Electrical SystemOn certain passenger vehicles, routing of the vehicle's front harness can allow it to come in contact with a rough edge, allowing abrasion.
01V-295Sep 25, 20012000SteeringVehicle description: passenger vehicles built with v6 engines to federal emission standards.
01V-069Mar 8, 20012001Fuel System, GasolineVehicle description: passenger vehicles.
01V-011Jan 16, 20012000–2001Power TrainVehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.
01V-005Jan 8, 20012001SeatsVehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-320Oct 27, 20002001Fuel System, GasolineVehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-339Oct 24, 20002001Electrical SystemVehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-299Oct 2, 20002001Engine and Engine CoolingVehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-225Aug 10, 20002000SteeringVehicle description: passenger vehicles.
99V-333Nov 23, 19992000Electrical SystemVehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with v6 engines and federal emission equipment.
99V-305Nov 1, 19992000Visibility, Exterior LightingVehicle description: passenger vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Mitsubishi Galant?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant has the most reports (151). Check the 2001 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Mitsubishi Galant have?

NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls covering Mitsubishi Galant model years 2000–2007, 2010.

What are the most common Mitsubishi Galant problems?

Owners report structure, service brakes, hydraulic, air bags problems most often.