Mitsubishi Galant recalls and problems by year
NHTSA lists 17 recalls and 686 owner complaints for the Mitsubishi Galant (model years 2000–2012). The most reported problem area is structure (109 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (102 complaints). The 2001 model year has the most recalls (7).
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2011 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2010 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2009 | 0 | 16 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2008 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2007 | 1 | 24 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2006 | 1 | 24 | 4 | 1 | |
| 2005 | 3 | 26 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2004 | 1 | 61 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2003 | 2 | 126 | 15 | 4 | |
| 2002 | 2 | 135 | 21 | 10 | |
| 2001 | 7 | 149 | 40 | 9 | |
| 2000 | 6 | 132 | 15 | 12 |
By complaints filed, the peak model years are 2001 (149), 2002 (135) and 2000 (132). Among model years at least two years old, the 2011 has the fewest complaints on file (3).
Most reported problem areas
What owners name in their complaints across all Mitsubishi Galant model years. A complaint can name more than one area.
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 109 | 9 of 13 | |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 102 | 8 of 13 | |
| Air bags | 94 | 9 of 13 | |
| Electrical system | 93 | 8 of 13 | |
| Visibility | 83 | 5 of 13 |
Latest 8 of 17 recalls
| Recall | Date | Problem area | Model years | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10V066000 | Feb 25, 2010 | Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe | 2010 | 2,307 |
| 08V454000 | Sep 9, 2008 | Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly | 2005–2007 | 45,988 |
| 08V276000 | Jun 20, 2008 | Electrical system: ignition | 2004–2005 | 73,000 |
| 05V409000 | Sep 15, 2005 | Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder | 2005 | 2,901 |
| 04V428000 | Sep 1, 2004 | Equipment: other, labels | 2000–2003 | 100,432 |
| 03V442000 | Nov 4, 2003 | Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump | 2003 | 17,087 |
| 02V147000 | May 29, 2002 | Electrical system: wiring, front underhood | 2002 | 3,378 |
| 01V295001 | Sep 25, 2001 | Steering: hydraulic power assist, hose, piping, and connections | 2000 | 25,803 |
Vehicles: the manufacturer's estimate of all vehicles potentially affected by the recall, across every model it covers. Each model-year page lists what its recalls fix.
Owners reported a crash in 108 complaints and a fire in 37 complaints; 81 people injured and 3 deaths are recorded in these reports. These are the owners' accounts, not findings of cause.
Complaint counts grow with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road; compare years with that in mind. Complaints are unverified owner reports.