2008 Mitsubishi Galant problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (1) · Structure:body (1) · Structure (1)
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Compared against other Mitsubishi Galant model years — complaint volume vs the model's median year, recalls and severity. How we score →
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (37)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2023-07-21 · DEALER LETTER · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a dealer letter sent to dealers informing that mitsubishi technical training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
Structure 2023-04-24 · TSB-23-00-004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this technical service bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2023-04-24 · TSB-23-00-001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 vehicle weight rating (gvwr) or 100 lbs.
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2023-04-21 · DEALER LETTER · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a dealer letter sent to dealers informing that mitsubishi technical training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
Unknown Or Other 2022-04-07 · TSB-22-54-003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
Equipment 2019-11-26 · TT253 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Showing the 6 most recent of 37 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2023-10-13 · Fuel/Propulsion System“the engine died and fuel system does not work.…”
2019-09-12 · Suspension“i have trouble with starting the car repetitive issue needs a recall, the steering wheel needs a recall. the electric windows dont work properly need a recall. paint job is very faded and should have been recalled as well. i dont understand why there's not already recalls for these safety issues. please help…”
2017-06-14 · Engine · 135,000 mi“this is the second time i have had to replace the catalytic converter. this time both, front left and right bank converters have gone out. i have spoke with several mechanics and all say there is an issue that mitsubishi should look at but they will not.…”
2016-06-07 · Structure:body“the door panels on driver and passenger side pop out causing door to germany jammed. need to recall…”
2016-03-07 · Air Bags“2008 mitsubishi galant. consumer writes in regards to airbag questions. *ld…”
2008-05-08 · Structure · 25,000 mi“the door panel on the drivers side pops out, therefore jamming the door in the closed position. the plastic clips or taps seem to be defective and unable to hold the panel in place. *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.