Does the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant, the most recent reported on February 25, 2010 (Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant?

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (3 complaints), followed by seat belts (3).

How many 2010 Mitsubishi Galant complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2010 Mitsubishi Galant recalls and problems

1 recall and 9 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 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.

2010 Mitsubishi Galant recalls

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

NHTSA campaign 10V066000 · reported February 25, 2010 · MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 2,307 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2010 galant vehicles. The automatic transmission oil cooler pipe assembly on some vehicles may have insufficient plating to prevent corrosion, if the pipe should develop a hole due to corrosion, automatic transmission fluid leakage may occur.
The risk: Atf in the presence of an ignition source may result in a potential fire hazard.
The fix: Dealers will have the aft oil cooler pipe assembly inspected. If insufficient plating is found during inspection, the dealer will replace the aft oil cooler pipe assembly with new parts containing appropriate anti-corrosion plating. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during march 2010. 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.

Air bags3
Seat belts3
Electrical system1
Engine1
Equipment1
Power train1
Structure1
Suspension1

What owners report

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

Mar 11, 2024 · Air bags
My airbags released while driving on the highway. My safety was definitely at risk. My vehicle was inspected by the police on site and my car will also be inspected by the adjuster on my insurance claim. There were no prior warning signs on the car prior to the situation and I was told the vehicle was in great…

Sep 28, 2023 · Structure · 179,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware that the vehicle was maneuvering abnormally and experienced a brief loss of control. The contact stated that while attempting to turn or slow the vehicle, the front end briefly swayed from left to…

Nov 6, 2018 · Engine · 166,607 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE ENGINE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT EXCEED 20 MPH. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND HAD IT TOWED BACK HOME. THE CONTACT CALLED OAKLAND MITSUBISHI (2428 WEBSTER ST, OAKLAND, CA 94612…

Nov 7, 2016 · Seat belts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SEAT BELT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE AND VIN…

Sep 9, 2015 · Seat belts · crash reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY AN ONCOMING VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND BACK THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THERE WAS NO POLICE REPORT FILED. THE…

Galant model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2007	1	24	5
2008	0	6	0
2009	0	16	3
2010	1	9	2
2011	0	3	2
2012	0	9	1

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

Questions

Does the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant, the most recent reported on February 25, 2010 (Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant?: Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (3 complaints), followed by seat belts (3).
How many 2010 Mitsubishi Galant complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 11, 2024.