NHTSA — Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine Problems

6.4

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
11,306 miles

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1996 Mitsubishi Galant engine problems

engine problem

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1996 Mitsubishi Galant Owner Comments

problem #8

May 102003

Galant

  • Automatic transmission
  • 90,450 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I was driving about 60 mph on the highway, when all of a sudden, the transmission shifted three times. The check engine light came on, and when I got home, the car would not go into reverse. The next day, I placed the gear in drive, and pressed the gas; it sounded as if the entire everything would fall out. My transmission has gone out without warning, and I know this is not normal. I now see that there is a transmission problem with these cars. Please make sure that Mitsubishi takes responsibility and compensate us, the consumers. If they don't, they will only lose customers. Thanks.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

problem #7

Apr 012002

Galant

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Air conditioner belt has busted 3 times. If engine pulley sits still too long it wears belt out if not repaired in time. Dealer was notified. Please add more information.

- Brooklyn, NY, USA

problem #6

Nov 061999

Galant

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer was traveling at approximately 55 mph when car started vibrating and smoke was coming from engine. Dealership stated that head gasket had cracked. Consumer also stated prior to head gasket failure, coolant was leaking from engine, cylinder head was warped, radiator also partially melted.

- N Charleston, SC, USA

problem #5

Apr 252001

Galant

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Consumer's husband was pulling out when a knocking noise in the vehicle was heard, and vehicle suddenly stopped moving. Dealership said that harmonic balance, rubber ring was corroded. This was a common problem with this model of vehicles according to a number of dealer mechanics.

- N Charleston, SC, USA

problem #4

Feb 122001

Galant

  • miles
Lower front ball joints had a lot of play. Vehicle was making loud noises when making turns. Taking vehicle to dealership to have mechanic check it. There was a recall regarding the ball joints, 00V421001, however dealer stated consumer's vehicle did not qualify for recall, consumer is requesting reimbursement. Transmission was replaced. Timing belt was replaced.

- Maryland Heights, MO, USA

problem #3

Jul 211998

Galant

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Transmission failed prematurely while driving on highway. Consumer has replaced transmission twice at 30,000 miles and 58,000 miles. In addition to recurring transmission problems, the head light plugs had burned out. The head light parts and the A/C system for the vehicle had been discontinued and the consumer does not know how to solve the problem. Engine oil leak near front crank seal. Oil pan gasket leaking.

- Hampton, CT, USA

problem #2

Nov 101999

Galant

  • miles
Purchased vehicle 10/16/199, it had approx. 52,000 miles, since purchase transmission has been installed, air condition repaired and now there is something to do with the harmonic balance.

- Denmark, SC, USA

problem #1

Aug 051999

Galant

  • miles
While driving the vehicle in rainy weather it stopped without warning. After vehicle was towed to a body shop, mechanic found problem not water related. The lower pulley; crankshaft came apart, cutting two belts. Problem has been corrected at owner's expense.

- Cibolo, TX, USA

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