2004 Mitsubishi Galant recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant; the most frequently affected component is electrical system — ignition. Owners filed 61 complaints, most often about structure. Among the 9 model years of this model in the database, 2004 ranks #6 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints61

Crashes reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Electrical system — IgnitionCampaign 08V276000 · 20 Jun 2008

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.

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.

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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Structure14 · 35%

Air bags5 · 12%

Visibility5 · 12%

Electrical system3 · 8%

Unknown or other3 · 8%

Visibility/wiper3 · 8%

Fuel system2 · 5%

Gasoline2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

Gas leaks from pipe that leads from filler hole to gas tank. Especially bad when fueling car at gas station. *tr
Fuel system · Nov 2013 · NHTSA complaint record

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 for a check engine…
Engine and engine cooling · Apr 2010 · NHTSA complaint record

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 repair the paint…
Structure · Mar 2008 · NHTSA complaint record

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 time this has happened…
Electrical system · Oct 2011 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

Full specifications All model years 2004 Mitsubishi lineup

Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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