1995 Mitsubishi Galant
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
6 recalls name the 1995 Mitsubishi Galant. Newest first.
Certain airtex fuel pump module assemblies, p/n e7081h, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the wall of the flared fitting of the fuel pump IS not thick enough to prevent the mating threaded fittings from bottoming out before an adequate seal IS achieved. this condition may result in leakage of fuel at the connection of…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could result in a fire.
Remedy
Airtex will notify owners and replace the fuel pumps free of charge. the recall IS expected to begin during july 2007. owners can contact airtex automotive at 800-880-3056.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. this campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v-066.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. cracks can occur in the top of the fuel tank due to an improper spot weld on the baffle plate to the top portion of the fuel tank.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A crack in the fuel tank could allow fuel or fumes to escape. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the upper surface of the fuel tank for any signs of cracking. if no cracking or leaking IS found, dealers will install a sealing protector plate. if any cracking or leakage IS found, dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot IS damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built in japan. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot IS damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. when the stop lamp switch was assembled, grease was inadvertently applied to the contact point. this can cause the contact point to heat up causing internal operation elements to melt allowing the swtich to become stuck in on or off position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can cause the anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light to come on.
Remedy
Dealers will install a relay and replace the brake lamp switch.
Owner complaints
209 complaints32 involved a crash5 involved a fire25 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the check engine sensor light and brake sensor light illuminated and continued to flash off and on. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 201,000.
- Unknown or other
I sprayed my 95 mitsubishi galant motor off and rinsed it off, it ran for about twenty minutes and then shut off. now its just turning ad will not start. *Tr
- Electrical system
It started with my lights and radio staying on even when the car was off, it was like that for a few days then I was driving up the road to meet some friends when I spelled something burning then smoke started rolling out of my steering column. *tr
- Exterior lighting
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that the ABS light in the vehicle would illuminate. he would also have to pull the fuse on the driver's side turn signal because it appeared to be stuck. the failure occurred everytime the vehicle was driven. the manufacturer…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that the ABS light in the vehicle would illuminate. he would also have to pull the fuse on the driver's side turn signal because it appeared to be stuck. the failure occurred everytime the vehicle was driven. the manufacturer stated that they would not honor nhtsa campaign ID number 98v212000 (exterior lighting:tail lights:switch) because his vin was not included. the contact will pay to have the vehicle repaired. the current mileage was 155,852 and failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi galant. while making a left turn at approximately 5 mph, the front driver's side wheel detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the vin was included in nhtsa campaign ID number 00v421001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi galant. while making a left turn at approximately 5 mph, the front driver's side wheel detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the vin was included in nhtsa campaign ID number 00v421001 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). the dealer has not inspected the vehicle. a police report was filed. the current and failure mileages were 117,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Antilock brake malfunctioned on several occasions when there was need to brake suddenly resulting in several near crashes. when brake was applied grinding noise heard and then anti lock brake light came on and remained on. this has occurred too often and mitsubishi needs to recall this model and…
Antilock brake malfunctioned on several occasions when there was need to brake suddenly resulting in several near crashes. when brake was applied grinding noise heard and then anti lock brake light came on and remained on. this has occurred too often and mitsubishi needs to recall this model and fix it. the latest incident occurred on august 5, 2007, but there have been several instances of this happening before. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling
1995 mitsubishi galant caught fire in the engine compartment. *kb prior to the fire, the head gasket cover was replaced.(ohio traffic crash report) *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
TL*- the contact stated that the 1995 mitsubishi galant ABS light turned on 03/11/07. He stated that while driving the vehicle in the evening hours at the speed of 50-55 mph the ABS light turned on. he noticed a change in the brake system. he stated that the brake pedal became difficult to press.…
TL*- the contact stated that the 1995 mitsubishi galant ABS light turned on 03/11/07. He stated that while driving the vehicle in the evening hours at the speed of 50-55 mph the ABS light turned on. he noticed a change in the brake system. he stated that the brake pedal became difficult to press. he called the dealership on 3/12/07, and they informed him to check and see if the vehicle was on recall ,and if it was, to call them back. the contact found no recall for the ABS, but did find a number of complaints with the same problem. the contact stated that the ABS light continued to stay on. he stated that he hasn't driven the vehicle recently, but did start it up, and the light ABS light was still on. the current mileage was 150000.*ak
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 15 mph, there was a loud noise. the contact looked under the vehicle and saw the tire was buckled out. the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop who determined the left ball joint had pulled out of the socket which pulled the axle apart. there…
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 15 mph, there was a loud noise. the contact looked under the vehicle and saw the tire was buckled out. the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop who determined the left ball joint had pulled out of the socket which pulled the axle apart. there was a recall, nhtsa recall, # 99v066002 performed on the vehicle in 2001 concerning, the suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint for the right side. this complaint was regarding the left lower ball joint of the vehicle. updated 09/15/06. *Jb
- Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly · Suspension › Front · Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system
When driving the car the front end was making very loud noises which became worse when driving over bumpy roads. I had one tie rod replaced a few years ago but the noise was only slightly better and no one could figure out what was causing it. the noise got severe and I took it to another…
When driving the car the front end was making very loud noises which became worse when driving over bumpy roads. I had one tie rod replaced a few years ago but the noise was only slightly better and no one could figure out what was causing it. the noise got severe and I took it to another mechanic and I had to have the left and right tie rods, the left and right side stabilizer bars and the driver side upper control arm replaced. there was a recall on the car in approximately 2000 at which time I brought the car in to the dealership where they supposedly inspected it and said there was nothing wrong and no parts were replaced. I am now having these problems with the car that all seem to be related to the recall regarding the front suspension. there IS also a problem with the accelerator pedal sticking which now needs to be fixed. and on rainy days it has become almost impossible to drive the car because the front window defogger does not seem to work properly and the inside of the car fogs up severely causing me to have to pull off the road. *nm
- Electrical system › Wiring · Engine and engine cooling · Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner · Power train › Manual transmission · Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields · Unknown or other · Visibility
I was driving the car on the hwy. When we reached 65 mph like a lot of these other people are saying but it was my distributor that went out. Since I have a manual transmission it would start and drive but every time it reached 65 mph or 3400 rpm the engine would sputter and stall out. Also I have…
I was driving the car on the hwy. When we reached 65 mph like a lot of these other people are saying but it was my distributor that went out. Since I have a manual transmission it would start and drive but every time it reached 65 mph or 3400 rpm the engine would sputter and stall out. Also I have had to put a second engine in the vehicle due to a timing belt slipping and breaking the lower unit off the car. The air conditioner pulley had 5 screws break off causing the a/c to blow out, I had to replace it . The window pulley system cable broke causing the manual window to not roll up or down on drivers side. Also the wiring going to the headlights are messed up, the lights work but you have to raise the hood and mess with the back of the halogen to get it to come on. There IS an unusual amount of rust on the drivers side rear on the frame. My fuel gauge when full only reads 3/4. About 2 weeks after having the car a spring in the drivers seat began poking me in the back. I got a seat from a junk yard. I have paid for all the repairs on the car so far and am looking for either retribution or someone to help with these problems from re-occurring. My incint date IS when thing began to happen and till this day I am fighting battles like the tachometer begins jumping around when running at constant speeds w/o engine revving or anything. One more thing the haze on the window has caused it almost impossible to drive at night. *nm
- Air bags › Frontal
1995 mitsubishi galant 95 - frontal air bag my wife had sustained head, back,shoulder, and knee injuries as a result of the airbags not deploying. *jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission failed after only 65,000 miles. had to be totally rebuilt at cost of $3,000. immediately afterwards, all four motor mounts failed. very angry and frustrated. no one can justify why the car was running fine without a single noise one day and then the transmission and then engine mounts would fail without warning. *jb
- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields
Dt: consumer had a 1995 mitsubishi gulant. Consumer took vehicle to a local garage and a mechanic looked at vehicle and found that the cross member that held the engine block and the front wheels together rusted on the sides that connected to the plates. then took vehicle to dealer, and dealer replaced the cross member. Consumer was worried that this may be a common problem for this model. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving 65 mph, the vehicle stalled. the consumer was not able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a garage. *ak the consumer was informed that the transmission was shot. *sc
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
The ball joints on the right side of the vehicle came off while driving.*mr as a result the vehicle collapsed onto the ground on the driver's side, jamming the driver's door shut. the vehicle was towed to a service station where it was determined that the left side ball joint had separated and…
The ball joints on the right side of the vehicle came off while driving.*mr as a result the vehicle collapsed onto the ground on the driver's side, jamming the driver's door shut. the vehicle was towed to a service station where it was determined that the left side ball joint had separated and broke the axle of the car. one month later the consumer received a recall notice which referenced a ball joint problem. the consumer called the manufacturer and was told to take the vehicle to the dealer to have the dealer inspect/install the ball joints. the consumer was also told to give the original receipt to the dealer to be reimbursed. the vehicle was taken tot he dealer where they approved the work done on 2/14/04 and replaced the right ball joint. however they did not repair the dent on the frame. the consumer still hasn't received reimbursement for the ball joint. *nm
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
While making a left turn out of the parking lot vehicle failed to move. consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that both frontal lower ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
While driving ball joints separated and the front end of the vehicle collapsed.*mr this failure occurred prior to receiving recall notice sr-04-001. the letter indicated that a prior notice was sent in april 2001, unfortunately the consumer never received that notice because the vehicle was not purchased until july 2002. the consumer requested reimbursement but has not received it yet. *nm
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Power train › Automatic transmission
Engine motor mounting wore out prematurely, causing transmission to jump when it was engaged from neutral to drive. Dealer notified. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving, the bolt securing the crankshaft pulley became loose and broke the engine. *ak the outer ring separated and was replaced. *sc *jb
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
Consumer has had 2 different lower controll arm ball joint failures. while driving in 10/02, right front wheel "caved in" causing loss of vehicle control. 2ND failure while driving on 06/08/03 the left front wheel "caved in". *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Consumer states while driving 70 mph on highway the transmission failed without warning. The vehicle was checked by the dealer who could not determine cause. ts the consumer was traveling on the highway when the vehicle quit and was unable to move across the two lanes. there was no indication of failure. *scc *jb
- Tires › Tread/belt
Attorney IS writing on behalf of kenny tilva's daughter who stated that the vehicle shook violently then the left front tire tread (goodyear club) 185/70r14, dot unknown, separated while traveling. it was determined that the goodyear tire tread had separated causing damage to the left front inner fender well. *Tt
- Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
The gas pedal IS stiff. Upon quick acceleration, the throttle IS stuck wide open, making the engine race to maximum rpm's and the car can reach it's maximum speed. The gas pedal has to be kicked repeatedly, to get the car to deccelarate. This has occured many times over the last 5 years, but we…
The gas pedal IS stiff. Upon quick acceleration, the throttle IS stuck wide open, making the engine race to maximum rpm's and the car can reach it's maximum speed. The gas pedal has to be kicked repeatedly, to get the car to deccelarate. This has occured many times over the last 5 years, but we could never duplicate on demand. I can now duplicate it on demand. I wonder if any one else has reported this problem with 1995-1998 galants ?*ak
- Air bags › Frontal · Electrical system › Wiring
After parking the vehicle wires under the armrest caught on fire. Also, caused air bags to deploy. Dealer notified.*ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Lower contrtol arm ball joint
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10211530This 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.
- 10170852This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
- 10170100This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170099This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
- 10170097This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170096This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170087This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170086This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170074This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170071This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170070This 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.
- 10169006This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10163703This 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.
- 10130469This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 8000500Unknown
- 6088731This bulletin contains recommended automatic transmission / transaxle maintenance information.
- 6088726This bulletin contains recommended manual transmission / transaxle maintenance information.
- 634624Subject regarding corrected air conditioner magnetic clutch service procedures.
- 618250Subject regarding power steering pump replacement.
- 602455Experiencing a/t harsh 3-2 downshifts.
- 601998The park/neutral position switch continuity check table IS incorrectly printed in the affected service manual pages.
- 601990Vehicles may experience long cold start times, sag during warm-up, and stalling.
- 601988Procedures on fule pump operation check.
- 601842Service manual revision on corrected air conditioner refrigerant.
- 601486Service manual revision on corrected fuel injector resistance measurement temperature values.
- 600571Information about improved automatic transaxle end clutch.
- 54304Revised headlight aiming adjustment procedures.
- 54300Multi-purpose fuse capacity IS incorrectly specified in the affected service manual pages.
- 54299Service manual revision on supplemental restraint system (srs) cautions and warnings.
- 54032Information containing additional glass antenna cautions and inspection procedures.
- 53047Describing how to reprogram the homelink transmitter.
- 52640Generator stator removal - service manual revision.
- 52620Mut-ii scan tool warranty.
- 52611Ignition key difficult to remove.
- 52096Sunroof trim cover loose.
- 52094Noise during gear selection or vibration on acceleration (update a/t mount rubber stoppers).
- 52083Battery discharge during idling.
- 52073Additional srs air bag troubleshooting procedures- service manual revision.
- 52060New valve lash adjuster noise checking and troubleshooting procedures.
- 50618Antenna tightening torque.
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