2005 Mitsubishi Galant recalls and problems

The 2005 Mitsubishi Galant has 3 safety recalls and 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mitsubishi dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2005 Mitsubishi Galant vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Mitsubishi Galant recalls

Recall 08V-454: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Sep 9, 2008 · 45,988 vehicles affected · MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Mitsubishi is recalling 45,988 my 2005-2007 endeavor, galant, eclipse coupe, and my 2007 eclipse spyder vehicles. The bracket that is the attachment point for the left rear fuel tank mounting strap may have been improperly formed during a metal stamping process. The process may have caused the metal to have a split in the area where the bolt that holds one of the two fuel tank straps to the underside of the vehicle is located. In the event the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is subject to a severe collision, the bracket may break and allow the fuel tank to drop down, possibly causing a fuel leak.

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect to see if the left rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket has splitting beyond a specific limit. Vehicles with moderate to severe splitting will be repaired using a reinforcement cap, a special structural adhesive, and a rivet to reinforce the fuel tank mounting bracket. The recall began on september 20, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

Recall 08V-276: Electrical System

Reported Jun 20, 2008 · 73,000 vehicles affected · MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Mitsubishi is recalling 73,000 my 2004-2006 gallant passenger vehicles. During vehicle use, the ignition key interlock cable (Which is a component of the interlock system) may allow the interlocking cam to fall forward and allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not in the park position.

Risk: If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. The recall began on september 2, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

Recall 05V-409: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Sep 15, 2005 · 2,901 vehicles affected · MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: On 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.

Risk: This may result in a partial loss of braking, increased stopping distances, and could lead to a vehicle crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. The recall began on october 3, 2005. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

2005 Mitsubishi Galant problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Structure	6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	6
Exterior Lighting	3
Suspension	2
Steering	2
Electrical System	2
Engine and Engine Cooling	2
Tires	2
Air Bags	2
Visibility	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Seat Belts	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 2
Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 2
Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Exterior — 1
Vehicle Speed Control › Cables — 1
Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist System — 1
Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and Attachments — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 31,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Mitsubishi Galant complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · at 94,594 miles · reported Mar 21, 2018

Last week fri mar. 16, 2018, I drove my 2005 mitsubishi gallant es car into work. On my way, I heard a pop sound from the car. Then a very loud car noise and felt rattling, and the car drive was not a smooth one. I figured it was a flat tire. I was entering the i75 highway. Once on the highway, I pulled across 3 lanes to the right shoulder of the highway. This was 7 AM and dark, and also during rush hour traffic so lucky to be able to pull over safely. I drove about a few seconds on the shoulder, stopped the car, and parked there. I could smell burning metal. I then called aaa and the service…

Air Bags · reported Sep 27, 2016

The contact owned a 2005 mitsubishi galant. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the contact's vehicle crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to the chest, back, and neck. Medical attention was required. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an independent towing facility. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown.

Structure · reported Feb 13, 2012

Paint is coming off even though it is properly cared for, garaged etc. This is a known paint issue and I'm wanting it fixed.. No one will buy this vehicle in this condition. Owned since new in 2005.

Steering · reported Jan 18, 2012

The contact owns a 2005 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that the vehicle pulled to the right when being driven. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and had it test driven. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was performing as designed. The contact believed that the torque on the front passenger side axle was too tight and causing the failure. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 15,000.

Structure · at 60,000 miles · reported Jun 16, 2011

I have a 2006 mitsubishi galant that is out of warranty and only has 65k miles on the odometer. It a black galant and the paint is fading in spots, it looks like oxydation is setting in, I've tried over the counter polishes to correct the problem to no avail. This imho, is a paint defect and I feel that mitsubishi should correct the problem. The car looks like like crap now and I AM not likely to purchase another galant if this is not remedied.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Mitsubishi Galant: 08V-454 (fuel system, gasoline), 08V-276 (electrical system), 05V-409 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Mitsubishi Galant?

Owners report structure problems most often (6 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 31,000 miles.

Are Mitsubishi recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mitsubishi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.