Does the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 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 2006 Mitsubishi Galant?

Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (9 complaints), followed by air bags (5).

How many 2006 Mitsubishi Galant complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 24 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2006 Mitsubishi Galant recalls and problems

1 recall and 24 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2006 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.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system9
Air bags5
Service brakes, hydraulic4
Exterior lighting3
Structure3
Visibility3
Steering2
Engine and engine cooling1
Equipment1
Fuel/propulsion system1

What owners report

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

May 30, 2020 · Fuel/propulsion system · 90,000 miles
FUEL FILLER TUBE IS RUSTED THROUGH AND IT LEAKS WHILE FUELING THE CAR. PUDDLES UNDERNEATH THE CAR.

Nov 1, 2018 · Air bags · crash reported
I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT I WENT DOWN A DITCH I HIT A TREE AND THE AIRBAG DID NOT DISPLAY I WANT TO KNOW IF THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE AIRBAG BECAUSE MY AIRBAG DID NOT CAME OUT WHEN I WAS IN THAT BAD ACCIDENT AND I DIDN'T THE FRONT OF MY CAR

Sep 28, 2015 · Electrical system · fire reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE BRAKE LIGHT WOULD NOT OPERATE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE BRAKE LIGHT WIRE WAS MELTED. THE WIRE HARNESS WAS REPLACED AND THE FAILURE WAS REMEDIED. APPROXIMATELY 8 MONTHS LATER, THE REAR DRIVER SIDE BRAKE…

Jul 22, 2014 · Structure
IN HOT WEATHER THE DOORS STICK CAUSING THE OUTER DOOR AND INNER PANEL TO SEPARATE MAKING IT UNABLE TO BE OPENED FROM OUTSIDE NOR INSIDE. HAVE TO KEEP PUSHING ON DOOR TO MAKE IT UNSTUCK BEFORE YOU CAN ENTER OR GET OUT. LARGE RISK OF BEING STUCK INSIDE CAR IN HEAT.

May 29, 2014 · Electrical system
THE KEY CASING SEEMS TO FALL APART AFTER A SHORT WHILE, MY CONCERN IS IF THIS HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING WILL IT "KILL" THE ENTIRE SYSTEM, HAS THIS BEEN QUESTIONED BEFORE?

Galant model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2003	2	126	15	4
2004	1	61	5	0
2005	3	26	1	1
2006	1	24	4	1
2007	1	24	5	0
2008	0	6	0	0
2009	0	16	3	0

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

Questions

Does the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 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 2006 Mitsubishi Galant?: Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (9 complaints), followed by air bags (5).
How many 2006 Mitsubishi Galant complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 24 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 30, 2020.