2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT
1 recalls, 68 complaints - 122 TSBs
08V276000 Jun 20, 2008
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Defect Description
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 GEARS... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Complaint Statistics
68 total complaints
5 crashes 1 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | 7 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 6 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| AIR BAGS | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 3 |
| VISIBILITY | 3 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 3 |
| SEAT BELTS | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 2 |
AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT
Jul 9, 2022
Incident date: Jun 22, 2022
After spending money on drained battery and ruined alternator the mechanic noticed the security system being at fault . Pep Boys did not offer refund of almost $500.00
AIR BAGS
Jul 9, 2022
Incident date: Jul 9, 2022
SRS LIGHT REMAINS ON . After repairs at Pep Boys due to drained alternator from after market security system light remains on
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 24, 2020
Incident date: Aug 8, 2020
EXHAUST MANIFOLD CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND GALANT SHIFT INTERLOCK
AIR BAGS
Nov 3, 2017
Incident date: Aug 15, 2016
PASSAGER SIDE AIRBAGIS COMING OUT LOOK LIKE IT MAY BLOW OUT ANY DAY.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 13, 2016
Incident date: Jul 13, 2016
IT SAID IT COULD POSSIBLY ROLL AWAY ON ITS OWN
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 25, 2016
Incident date: Apr 2, 2015
THE WIRIING CONNECTED TO TO AIR CONDITIONER UNDER DASH BOARD PASSENGER SIDE KEEP BURNING. HAD TO REPLACE WIRE NUMEROUS TIMES.
AIR BAGS
May 27, 2016
Incident date: Apr 12, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, A CRACK WAS NOTICED ABOVE THE PASSENGER SIDE GLOVE BOX. THE AIR BAG WAS VISIBLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED CONSTANTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE... Read more
VISIBILITY
Aug 24, 2015
Incident date: Dec 16, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WINDOW BECAME INOPERABLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WINDOW NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WA... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 26, 2015
Incident date: Feb 17, 2015
IN 2015 MY VEHICLE WAS BACK INTO BY A SNOW PLOW. AFTER THAT THE THE TOTAL SUSPENSION HAS ALMOST REPLACED. THE SWAY BAR BREAKS NOW WORKING ON BEARINGS AND CONTROL ARMS. ON EACH SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE SUSPENSION BEFORE THE INCIDENT HAS BEEN A PROBLEM. ALSO SRS LIGHT IS ON .IHAVE TO PAYU FOR ALL REP... Read more
AIR BAGS
May 29, 2015
Incident date: May 8, 2015
MY CAR STARTED SHOWING THE SRS LIGHT THREE WEEKS AGO.I WAITED IF IT WILL GO OFF BY ITSELF BUT NEVER DID. I BOUGHT IT IN 2014 AT THE AUCTION BUT LATER TO DISCOVER SOME ISSUE ON IT,THE FRONT MANIFOLD IS BROKEN:I WAS ABLE TO FIX THAT.THE AC CONDENSER IS NOT IN THE CAR WHICH I VE NOT FIX:I GUEST THAT ... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 9, 2015
Incident date: Apr 8, 2015
I ROLLED DOWN THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW IN THE MORNING TO GO THROUGH A DRIVE THRU FOR BREAKFAST. WHEN ROLLING THE WINDOW BACK UP, IT MADE A SCREECHING SOUND. LATER THAT EVENING WHEN I LEFT WORK, THE ENTIRE WINDOW WAS STILL IN THE FRAME BUT WAS COMPLETELY SHATTERED. MY WORK REVIEWED SECURITY TAP... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 9, 2015
Incident date: Sep 16, 2013
MY REAR LEFT PASSENGER WINDOW ROLLED ITSELF DOWN INTO THE DOOR FRAME. I DID NOT ROLL THE WINDOW DOWN, IT DID IT ON ITS OWN. I TOOK IT TO A LOCAL AUTO SHOP AND WAS TOLD THE MOTOR BECAME DEFECTIVE. *TR
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 9, 2015
Incident date: Jun 18, 2014
THE RIGHT REAR SIDE PASSENGER WINDOW ROLLED ITSELF DOWN IN THE DOOR FRAME. I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE LEFT REAR SIDE PASSENGER WINDOW DOING THE SAME THING. I DID NOT HAVE THE WINDOW ROLLED DOWN, IT DID IT ON ITS OWN. *TR
SEAT BELTS
Mar 30, 2015
Incident date: Jan 1, 2014
SEAT BELT DOES NOT JUST CLICK EASILY AS IT SHOULD AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T CLICK AT ALL. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AS I DON'T EVEN KNOW IF IT WOULD WORK IN A CAR CRASH. *TR
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 30, 2014
Incident date: Sep 25, 2006
DRIVERS INSIDE DOOR PANEL LOOSE; PANEL RE-ATTACHED WITH CLIPS BY COOL SPRING MITSUBISHI SECOND INCIDENT JULY 25, 2008; DRIVERS INSIDE DOOR LOOSE AGAIN, RE-ATTACHED WITH CLIPS BY HALLMARK MITSUBISHI THIRD INCIDENT SEPTEMBER 12, 2012 DRIVERS INSIDE DOOR PANEL LOOSE, COULD NOT RE-ATTACHED WITH CL... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 9, 2014
Incident date: Jul 31, 2013
THERE IS NO ACCIDENT BUT THE PAINT ON MY BLACK CAR IS PEELING OFF. I HAVE BIG WHITE SPLOTCHES ALL OVER MY CAR. IT LOOKS TERRIBLE. I HAVE ALWAYS TAKEN CARE OF MY CAR, AND THE PAINT JUST STARTED PEELING OFF. I HAVE HEARD AND SEEN THIS ON ALOT OF MITSUBISHI BLACK CARS. I THINK IT DEFECTIVE PAINT. HEL... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Nov 15, 2013
Incident date: Nov 2, 2012
GAS LEAKS FROM PIPE THAT LEADS FROM FILLER HOLE TO GAS TANK. ESPECIALLY BAD WHEN FUELING CAR AT GAS STATION. *TR
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Sep 12, 2013
Incident date: Sep 9, 2013
WELL SHORTLY AFTER BUYING THE CAR,THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR WINDOW FELL DOWN IN THE DOOR. THEN A COUPLE DAYS AGO THE OTHER REAR WINDOW FELL ALSO. I'M NOT SURE WHAT HAPPENED,BUT THE WINDOW WASN'T EVEN BEING USED AT THE TIME IT FELL. I DON'T KNOW WHAT PART INSIDE THE DOOR WENT BAD,BUT I FEEL IT SHOULD NEV... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 8, 2012
Incident date: Apr 3, 2012
THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR PANEL GETS CAUGHT ON THE B PILLAR ALMOST EVERY TIME THE DOOR IS CLOSED MAKING IT NEAR IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN. ALSO A FEW WEEKS AFTER THIS STARTED HAPPENING THE WINDOW STARTED TO STICK IN THE DOWN POSITION ONLY GOING UP AFTER BEATING ON THE INSIDE OF THE DOOR . *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 18, 2012
Incident date: Jul 2, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REFUELING, FUEL SPILLED OUT FROM THE FILLER NECK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS COVERING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 125,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Apr 4, 2012
Incident date: Mar 14, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING AN EMISSIONS TEST PERFORMED ON HE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED THAT THE FUEL FILL PIPE WAS CORRODED AND NEED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILUR... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 1, 2012
Incident date: Mar 19, 2006
MY SON'S CAR HAD BEEN IN THE SHOP TWICE FOR THE SAME THING. HE SAID HE WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND THE CAR WOULD RAPIDLY ACCELERATE TO A HIGH RATE OF SPEED. HE TRIED BRAKING, BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT SLOW DOWN. AFTER SEVERAL TRIES, HE WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR. THIS HAPPENED TO HIM 2 DIFFERENT ... Read more
Crash
1 deaths
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Jan 3, 2012
Incident date: Dec 31, 2011
DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 65 AND THE SUNROOF BLEW OFF THE CAR. GLASS/BRACKETS/INSIDE COVER. ENTIRE THING JUST SEPARATED. THANK GOD NOBODY BEHIND ME. CHECKED WITH MITSUBISHI CORPORATE AND NO HELP. CLAIMED NOT FACTORY INSTALLED. COULD NOT TELL ME IF DEALER INSTALLED - NO INFO AT ALL TO TRACK ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 17, 2011
Incident date: Sep 4, 2009
ELECTRICAL - I HAVE REPLACED MY RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT ABOUT 20 TIMES BEFORE I WAS INFORMED IT WAS AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE. I PURCHASED A NEW SOCKET THE LIGHT WORK FOR 2 WEEKS AND NOW ITS OFF AGAIN. *TR UNKNOWN - EVERYTIME IT RAINS HARD MY FRONT PASSENGER FLOODS WITH A POOL OF WATER. THIS IS THE SECOND... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 10, 2011
Incident date: Jan 1, 2011
SOON AFTER I PAID OFF MY 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT I NOTICED THAT THE PAINT WAS OXIDIZING SO I TOOK IT TO A MITSUBISHI DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPAINTED IT FOR ME. IT HAS BEEN ABOUT 7 MONTHS SINCE THE PAINT JOB AND THE PAINT IS OXIDIZING AGAIN. I HAVE SEEN OTHER BLACK GALANTS AROUND WHICH HAVE HAD THE SAME... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jul 25, 2011
Incident date: Mar 1, 2011
PAINT DEFECT ON BLACK 2002 MITSUBISHI GALLANT. *TR
STRUCTURE
May 13, 2011
Incident date: May 2, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT STATED THE DASHBOARD SEPARATED AND BEGAN TO FRACTURE ABOVE THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT SUNLIGHT AND HEAT CAUSED THE DASHBOARD TO WARP AND SEPARATE. THE VEHICLE WAS ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Feb 16, 2011
Incident date: Jun 21, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO EXIT FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR. THE DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN AND THE CONTACT HAD TO EXIT THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABL... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Nov 4, 2010
Incident date: May 10, 2008
AT ABOUT 50K MILES BOTH REAR WINDOWS FAILED, WENT DOWN ON THEIR OWN AND WON'T GO BACK UP, I HAD TO WEDGE THEM UP TO KEEP THE IN PLACE. THE PAINT ON THE REAR BUMPER IS OXIDIZING RAPIDLY, THIS CAR HAS BEEN PARKED IN A GARAGE FOR THE ENTIRE TIME I HAVE OWNED IT. AT ABOUT 90K MILES I TOOK MY CAR IN ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 4, 2010
Incident date: May 10, 2008
AT ABOUT 50K MILES BOTH REAR WINDOWS FAILED, WENT DOWN ON THEIR OWN AND WON'T GO BACK UP, I HAD TO WEDGE THEM UP TO KEEP THE IN PLACE. THE PAINT ON THE REAR BUMPER IS OXIDIZING RAPIDLY, THIS CAR HAS BEEN PARKED IN A GARAGE FOR THE ENTIRE TIME I HAVE OWNED IT. AT ABOUT 90K MILES I TOOK MY CAR IN ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 1, 2010
Incident date: May 25, 2010
BEGAN HAVING TROUBLE WITH BOTH REAR WINDOWS. THE WINDOWS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY BECOME UNRESPONSIVE TO CONTROLS BOTH AT THE DRIVER SEAT AND THE CONTROLS ON THE DOORS. BROUGHT THE CAR IN BEFORE THE WARRANTY EXPIRED (4 YRS, 8 MOS) TO GET WINDOWS REPAIRED, DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE ERRORS AND DID NO... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Jul 1, 2010
Incident date: May 25, 2010
BEGAN HAVING TROUBLE WITH BOTH REAR WINDOWS. THE WINDOWS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY BECOME UNRESPONSIVE TO CONTROLS BOTH AT THE DRIVER SEAT AND THE CONTROLS ON THE DOORS. BROUGHT THE CAR IN BEFORE THE WARRANTY EXPIRED (4 YRS, 8 MOS) TO GET WINDOWS REPAIRED, DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE ERRORS AND DID NO... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jan 28, 2010
Incident date: Jan 28, 2010
IN OCT. 2006 I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN BECAUSE THE RIGHT FRONT AND REAR DOORS WERE STICKING AND NOT OPENING AT TIMES. THE DEALER REPLACED THE DOOR PANELS. IN JULY 2008 I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DIFFERENT DEALER FOR THE SAME PROBLEM WITH RIGHT FRONT AND REAR DOORS. THEY REPLACED THE CLIPS THAT HOLD THE DOOR... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jan 14, 2010
Incident date: Jan 13, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING BETWEEN 10 AND 15 MPH AND MAKING A SHARP TURN. SUDDENLY, THE REAR CENTER SEAT BELT MECHANISM RELEASED WITHOUT ASSISTANCE WHICH WAS WORN BY AN OCCUPANT PROPERLY SECURED IN A CHILD SEAT. THE CHILD RESTRAINT AND OCCUPANT WANDERED AROU... Read more
STRUCTURE
Oct 29, 2009
Incident date: Sep 12, 2009
2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT WITH PAINT FADING/OXIDIZING ON HOOD AND ROOF. *TR
STRUCTURE
Oct 2, 2009
Incident date: Feb 15, 2009
I HAVE A 2004 BLACK MITSUBISHI GALANT THAT THE PAINT IS FADING PROGRESSIVELY..I HAVE KEPT THIS CAR IN THE GARAGE FOR MOST OF THE TIME..I PURCHASED IT BRAND NEW AND NOTICED THIS PROBLEM APPROX. 8 MONS. AGO..IT IS NOW FADING ON THE TRUNK...HOOD...AND SIDE PANELS. HAVE READ SEVERAL ARTICLES AND MANY WE... Read more
STRUCTURE
Sep 29, 2009
Incident date: Jan 1, 2009
PAINT FADING ON HOOD, ROOF AND TRUNK OF MY 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. *TR
STRUCTURE
Sep 1, 2009
Incident date: Jul 15, 2009
I HAVE A 2004 GALANT ES,THE PAINT IS OXIDIZING REALLY BAD-YOU CAN ACTUALLY SEE THE RAW PRODUCT-BEFORE THEY PAINTED THE CAR,AT THE FACTORY. *TR
STRUCTURE
Jul 15, 2009
Incident date: Jan 1, 2009
2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT WHICH IS BLACK THE CAR PAINT IS TURNING WHITE. *TR
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Jul 14, 2009
Incident date: Jul 5, 2009
IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS I'VE HAD BOTH REAR PASSENGER WINDOWS FALL 4 TIMES UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING. WHEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP THE WINDOW REGULATOR WAS REPLACED ALL 4 TIMES. *TR
POWER TRAIN
Apr 21, 2009
Incident date: Mar 17, 2009
MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON WHEN I TOOK MY 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT TO THE DEALERSHIP. I HAD THEM RUN A DIAGNOSTIC CHECK ON IT TO DETERMINE WHY IT WOULD NOT GO OFF. THE SERVICE ADVISOR TOLD ME THAT I NEEDED A CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND THAT A RECALL HAD BEEN ISSUED IN 2006 TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THIS W... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 3, 2008
Incident date: May 1, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. APPROXIMATELY SIX MONTHS AGO, THE PAINT ON THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO PEEL AND BECAME VERY ROUGH. THE FAILURE HAS SPREAD TO THE TRUNK, HOOD, AND SIDES OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT... Read more
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Oct 25, 2008
Incident date: Oct 10, 2007
I OWN AN '04 MITSUBISHI GALANT AND LAST OCTOBER THE HEATER STOPPED WORKING FOR ABOUT 3 WEEKS AND THEN SUDDENLY STARTED WORKING AGAIN. I DIDN'T TURN THE HEATER OFF FOR THE REST OF THE WINTER IN FEAR THAT IT MAY DIE, AGAIN. ONCE AGAIN, THIS SPRING, AS SOON AS I TURNED THE HEATER OFF AND THEN TURNED IT... Read more
VISIBILITY
Sep 30, 2008
Incident date: Sep 23, 2008
ON SEPT. 23, 2008, I WAS WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT PRIOR TO GETTING ON THE FREEWAY WHEN MY DRIVER'S DOOR WINDOW SHATTERED. THE SOUND WAS AS IF IT WAS HIT BY A LARGE ROCK OR TIRE IRON. IT SEEMS THE STRESS ON THE GLASS CAME FROM A FAILED WINDOW REGULATOR. DURING THE ATTEMPT TO REPLACE THE WINDOW IT... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Sep 13, 2008
Incident date: Sep 1, 2008
I OWN A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT THAT FIRST HAD A RECALL ON THE EMISSIONS PARTS A FEW YEARS AGO. I RECENTLY HAVE HAD THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME BACK ON AND WAS TOLD THAT THE PROBLEM THAT I CORRECTED DUE TO THE LETTER THAT I RECEIVED WAS ACTUALLY WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE CAR. I NEED A NEW CATALYTIC CONV... Read more
VISIBILITY
Sep 12, 2008
Incident date: Sep 8, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY SLIP INTO THE NEUTRAL GEAR. THE FAILURE INCREASED THE RISK OF AN INJURY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE CORE LINE PRESSURE IN THE TRANSMISSION FAILE... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Sep 12, 2008
Incident date: Sep 8, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY SLIP INTO THE NEUTRAL GEAR. THE FAILURE INCREASED THE RISK OF AN INJURY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE CORE LINE PRESSURE IN THE TRANSMISSION FAILE... Read more
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Sep 12, 2008
Incident date: Sep 8, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY SLIP INTO THE NEUTRAL GEAR. THE FAILURE INCREASED THE RISK OF AN INJURY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE CORE LINE PRESSURE IN THE TRANSMISSION FAILE... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Sep 12, 2008
Incident date: Sep 8, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY SLIP INTO THE NEUTRAL GEAR. THE FAILURE INCREASED THE RISK OF AN INJURY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE CORE LINE PRESSURE IN THE TRANSMISSION FAILE... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Sep 12, 2008
Incident date: Sep 8, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY SLIP INTO THE NEUTRAL GEAR. THE FAILURE INCREASED THE RISK OF AN INJURY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE CORE LINE PRESSURE IN THE TRANSMISSION FAILE... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 27.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,650 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic (S4) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 25.0 | 19.0 | Premium | $4,000 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT
122 manufacturer communications from 68 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 16 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 6 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 6 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 4 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 4 |
DEALER LETTER
Jul 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
TSB-23-00-001
Apr 24, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross veh
TSB-23-00-004
Apr 24, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
DEALER LETTER
Apr 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
TSB-22-54-003
Apr 7, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
TSB-22-54-003
Apr 7, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
TT253
Nov 26, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-19-00-008
Jul 30, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
TSB-19-34-001
Jan 8, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Rear Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to update the special service tool used in replacement of the Toe Control Arm Ball Joint Dust Co
MEDICUpdate517
Feb 27, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
TT237
Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
130000 VISIBILITY
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
200000 WHEELS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-15-54-004
Jul 29, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
220000 SEATS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT197
May 21, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT197
May 21, 2013
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT197
May 21, 2013
200000 WHEELS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT197
May 21, 2013
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
010000 STEERING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
200000 WHEELS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TTIndex12
Mar 5, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
010000 STEERING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-002
Jan 29, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
TT193
Jan 15, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT193
Jan 15, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-52B-001
Jan 8, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Caution statements regarding the disposal of certain SRS components have been incorrect in the service manuals of affected vehicles. This TSB provides updated caution statements.
TT192
Dec 7, 2012
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT192
Dec 7, 2012
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT192
Dec 7, 2012
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT192
Dec 7, 2012
130000 VISIBILITY
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT192
Dec 7, 2012
200000 WHEELS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT191
Nov 1, 2012
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT191
Nov 1, 2012
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT191
Nov 1, 2012
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT191
Nov 1, 2012
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT191
Nov 1, 2012
140000 AIR BAGS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
GRP-16
Apr 1, 2009
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
MITSUBISHI: IN CERTAIN MODEL/MODEL YEARS VEHICLES, THE COILS HAVE BEEN FOUND TO OVERHEAT AND POSSIBLY MELT; CHECK GROUND POINT #12 FOR SIGNS OF CORROSION, ESPECIALLY IF THE BATTERY HAS RECENTLY BEEN REPLACED. HIGH RESISTANCE AT THE GROUND
07
May 1, 2007
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR PARTIAL ZERO EMISSIONS. *KB
137
May 1, 2007
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
REPROGRAMMING THE PCM DRIVABILITY OR SENSITIVITY ISSUES CAN BE CORRECTED. *KB
0652A001
May 1, 2006
150000 SEAT BELTS
SEAT BELT STOPPER BUTTON REPLACEMENT. *TT
123
Feb 1, 2006
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
TCL LIGHT ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE U1120-2004-ON GALANT & ENDEAVOR, 2006-ON ECLIPSE. *AK
0616001
Jan 1, 2006
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
ALTERNATOR B+ TERMINAL REPLACEMENT. TO INCLUDE 2007 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER. *TT
0527002
Dec 1, 2005
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
REAR SUSPENSION BUSHING REPLACEMENT - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2006 ENDEAVOR. *TT
0452A003
Nov 1, 2005
221600 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT CABLE. *TT
0523004
Jul 1, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2-3 SHIFT FLARE. *TT
116
Jun 1, 2005
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
KEY REGISTRATION WITHOUT USING MUT-III. MITSUBISHI TECH TALK. *TT
116
Jun 1, 2005
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
SPARK KNOCK CONDITION. VARIOUS MITSUBISHI MODELS. *TT
0413011
Apr 1, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
POWER TRAIN MODULE REPROGRAMMING FOR DIANOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0125. *EH
115
Apr 1, 2005
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0421 / DTC P0431. MITSUBISHI TECH TALK. *TT
0513006
Apr 1, 2005
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
ALTERNATOR FR TERMINAL VOLTAGE - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
0513005
Feb 1, 2005
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPROGRAMMING FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC P0174). *TT
113
Jan 1, 2005
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TRUNK LID OPENING & CLOSING EFFORT. *TT
113
Jan 1, 2005
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
DOOR MIRROR BREAKAGE UPDATE. *TT
42A
Dec 1, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
GLOVE BOX GAP AT DASH. REFER TO 04-52A-001REV. MITSUBISHI. TECH TALK. *TT
42A
Dec 1, 2004
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
TRUNK LID OPENING & CLOSING EFFORT. MITSUBISHI. TECH TALK. *TT
51
Dec 1, 2004
130000 VISIBILITY
DOOR MIRROR BREAKAGE UPDATE. SEE TSB-04-51-004 FOR PART NUMBERS AND REPAIR PROCEDURES. *TT
54
Dec 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TIME INTERVAL ADJUSTMENTS FOR LIGHTS AND WIPERS. ALL MITSUBISHI MODELS WITH ADJUSTABLE TIME INTERVAL FUNCTION FOR WIPER AND LIGHTS. TECH TALK. *TT
0454007
Nov 1, 2004
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
IGNITION KEY RING ANTENNA INSPECTION-SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *SC
0431001
Oct 1, 2004
020000 SUSPENSION
REAR STABILIZER BAR INSTALLATION - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. TO INCLUDE THE 2005 ENDEAVOR. *TT
0411004
Oct 1, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VALVE CLEARANCE INFORMATION STANDARDIZATION SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *EH
0413010
Oct 1, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PCM REPROGRAMMING FOR ENGINE PINGING NIOSE AT LOW SPEEDS. *EH
04-15-001
Oct 1, 2004
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
EXHAUST PIPE INSTALLATION SERVICE MANUEL REVISION. *EH
0411003
Oct 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
POOR IDLE QUALITY. *TT
10012004
Oct 1, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ENGINE PINGING AT LOW SPEEDS. *EH
10012004
Oct 1, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
RATTLE FROM DASH. *EH
09012004
Sep 1, 2004
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
BEARING INSPECTION. *EH
09012004
Sep 1, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
BODY CREAKING OR POPPING ON HOT DAYS. *EH
09012004
Sep 1, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
BUZZ SQUEAK RATTLE FROM INSTRUMENT PANEL RH SIDE. *EH
09012004
Sep 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CENTER DISPLAY COMPASS TROUBLESHOOTING. *EH
09012004
Sep 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW 3 WIRE A/C PRESSURE SENSOR. *EH
0423002
Aug 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
A/T LEARNED VALUE RESET PROCEDURE - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
0400010
Aug 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MUT-III STV VERSION 10.1 NEW FEATURES. *TT
0454003
Aug 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INFORMATION UPDATE (2004 MODELS). *TT
108
Aug 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TCL OFF INDICATOR COMES ON WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL). MITSUBISHI TECH TALK. *TT
108
Aug 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
PINGING AT LOW SPEEDS UPDATE. MITSUBISHI TECH TALK. *TT
0417001
Jul 1, 2004
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
CORRECTED VACUUM HOSE ROUTING AND VACUUM CIRCUIT DIAGRAM INFORMATION FOR THE EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
0435004
Jul 1, 2004
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) DATA LIST AND ACTUATOR TEST SPECIFICATIONS - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
07012004
Jul 1, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ENGINE BOLT LOCATION. *EH
07012004
Jul 1, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
OIL PAN BOLT. *EH
07012004
Jul 1, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PING AT LOW SPEEDS. *EH
07012004
Jul 1, 2004
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
RUST ON BRAKE ROTOR. *EH
07012004
Jul 1, 2004
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
DOOR PANEL TRIM BELT LINE MOULDING. *EH
07012004
Jul 1, 2004
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
AUDIO KNOBS REPLACEMENT PARTS. *EH
07012004
Jul 1, 2004
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C COOLING PERFORMANCE. *EH
04001
Jun 1, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VACUUM HOSE ROUTING DIAGRAM LABEL.*MR
0452A001
Jun 1, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
GLOVE BOX GAP AT DASH. *TT
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, MITSUBISHI GALANT
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE08014
Opened: Mar 4, 2008 , Closed: Jul 1, 2008
PASSENGER DOOR FIRE
COMPLAINTS ALLEGE THAT A FIRE ERUPTED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR.IN MITSUBISHI'S RESPONSE TO ODI'S MARCH 12, 2008 INFORMATION REQUEST, MITSUBISHI ASSERTS THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT MAY OCCUR WHEN LARGE AMOUNTS OF LIQUIDS, MORE THAN 100CC (3.4 OZ), LIKE A SOFT DRINK WERE SPILLED DIRECTLY OVER THE POWER... Read more
PE98032
Opened: May 22, 1998 , Closed: Sep 8, 1998
STOP LAMP SWITCH
ALLEGED FAILURE OF THE STOP LAMP SWITCH PREVENTS ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE LIGHTS DURING BRAKING AND INHIBITS DISENGAGEMENT OF CRUISE CONTROL VIA THE BRAKE PEDAL
MITSUBISHI GALANT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MITSUBISHI GALANT across all model years (1985, 2010).
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Total Recalls
2,435
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
336
Reported Crashes
115
Reported Fires
11
Reported Deaths
MITSUBISHI GALANT - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 0 | 11 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 2010 | 1 | 12 | View |
| 2009 | 0 | 23 | View |
| 2008 | 0 | 9 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 31 | View |
| 2006 | 1 | 37 | View |
| 2005 | 3 | 34 | View |
| 2004 (current) | 1 | 68 | |
| 2003 | 3 | 167 | View |
| 2002 | 3 | 175 | View |
| 2001 | 8 | 211 | View |
| 2000 | 7 | 183 | View |
| 1999 | 6 | 296 | View |
| 1998 | 2 | 69 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 110 | View |
| 1996 | 4 | 200 | View |
| 1995 | 6 | 296 | View |
| 1994 | 4 | 284 | View |
| 1993 | 0 | 11 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 43 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 78 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 32 | View |
| 1989 | 1 | 20 | View |
| 1988 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 1987 | 2 | 9 | View |
| 1986 | 2 | 6 | View |
| 1985 | 1 | 0 | View |