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2004 Mitsubishi Galant Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 61 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, most often about the body and structure (26% of complaints, typically around 68,500 miles). It is 5th of 13 Galant model years by number of complaints and has 1 recall.
Most common 2004 Mitsubishi Galant problems
Body and structure
16 complaints · 26%Half of these problems showed up before 68,500 miles. Parts named most often: body.
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 not repaired. The…
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 panel to the…
Visibility and wipers
11 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 87,000 miles. Parts named most often: power window devices and controls, defroster/defogger/hvac system, sun/moon roof assembly.
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 was discovered that…
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 back on, it wasn't…
Air bags
6 complaints · 10%Parts named most often: frontal, srs malfunction warning lamp/light.
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 was 62,000.
Brakes
6 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 20,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, pedals and linkages.
Abs/traction control light constantly on. Wheel sensor was found to be defective and in need of replacement. This happened on two different occasions.
I have taken my 2004 Mitsubishi Galant to the dealer over 9 times for my brakes. I contacted a lawyer for the lemon law and was advised that due to my mileage I didn't qualify for a lemon return. He advised me to settle with Mitsubishi and move on. In the process of the attorney processing my settlement, my vehicle…
Engine
5 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: exhaust system, engine.
I purchased my first brand new car on 03-01-04 , since I had my vehicle it stared to make rattling noices when I press on the gas. The noice got loader and loader. I mitsu to fix the problem , I visited them 3 times and yet no one could find a problem. I waited for one month to be able to see the reginal manager which…
Tl 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 failed. The entire transmission…
Other or unspecified
4 complaints · 7%Electrical
4 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel.
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 not do any service on…
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. Unknown - everytime it rains hard my front passenger floods with a pool of water. This is the second time this has happened now…
Seat belts
3 complaints · 5%Parts named most often: rear/other.
Tl 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 around the rear seat. There…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2004 Mitsubishi Galant recalls
Electrical: ignition
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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
- What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: body and structure (16 complaints, typically around 68,500 miles); visibility and wipers (11 complaints, typically around 87,000 miles); air bags (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 20, 2008 (electrical). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2004 a bad year for the Mitsubishi Galant?
- It is 5th of 13 Galant model years by number of complaints, with 61 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.