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2005 Mitsubishi Galant recalls and problems

3 recalls and 26 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.

3
recalls
26
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2005 Mitsubishi Galant recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly

NHTSA campaign 08V454000 · reported September 9, 2008 · MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 45,988 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The 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.

Electrical system: ignition

NHTSA campaign 08V276000 · reported June 20, 2008 · MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 73,000 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The 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.
The 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.

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder

NHTSA campaign 05V409000 · reported September 15, 2005 · MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 2,901 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The risk
This may result in a partial loss of braking, increased stopping distances, and could lead to a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. The recall began on october 3, 2005. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Dec 21, 2024 · Suspension

Seems struts, shocks, cadallytic converter are bad

Oct 2, 2018 · Fuel/propulsion system · 115,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, AN ODOR OF FUEL WAS DETECTED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, A LEAK WAS DETECTED UNDER THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE BRACKET UNDER THE FUEL TANK. SPRINGFIELD MITSUBISHI (313 BALTIMORE PIKE, SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064, [phone removed]) WAS…

Mar 21, 2018 · Tires · 94,594 miles

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…

Sep 27, 2016 · Air bags · crash reported

TL* 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…

Jan 14, 2014 · Structure

ABOUT 1YR. AGO PAINT STARTED FADING DEALER DID NOT HELP ME, WHAT CAN I DO.

Galant model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2002 21352110
2003 2126154
2004 16150
2005 32611
2006 12441
2007 12450
2008 0600

Across all years, the 2001 Galant has the most complaints (149). All Mitsubishi Galant years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Mitsubishi Galant, the most recent reported on September 9, 2008 (Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mitsubishi Galant?
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (6 complaints), followed by structure (6).
How many 2005 Mitsubishi Galant complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 26 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received December 21, 2024.