2000 Mitsubishi Galant
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
7 recalls name the 2000 Mitsubishi Galant. Newest first.
Dope, inc. IS recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Remedy
Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. in addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. this recall IS expected to begin during march or april 2005. the notification to the nativa owners IS expected to begin during april or may 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with V6 engines to federal emission standards. the power steering fluid feed tube can come in contact with an exhaust manifold mounted heat shield causing a hole to be worn through the power steering pipe allowing fluid leakage.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Leaking power steering fluid can result in a fire and continued loss of fluid will result in a loss of power assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the power steering tube with one having a new routing. owner notification began november 26, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi america at 1-800-222-0037.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. a hose was mis-manufactured and could weaken over time, which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hose assembly for the automatic transmission oil cooler. owner notification mailing will be phased over a five-month period starting march 26, through july 23, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a nut in the steering gear assembly was not properly tightened, resulting in symptoms ranging from steering wheel vibration to stiff steering, and in the worst case, no ability to turn left.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection IS found.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with V6 engines and federal emission equipment. the battery cable harness can become heat damaged by the front exhaust manifold which could cause grounded circuits.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This circuit failure could cause any of the following to occur: (1) the engine will not start because the main fuse will blow if the power lead IS grounded; (2) the low oil pressure warning lamp will illuminate if the signal wire IS grounded; (3) the airconditioning system will become inoperative if the lead to the magnetic clutch IS grounded; and (4) the turn signal/hazard lamps will become inoperative if the voltage monitor lead IS grounded.
Remedy
Dealers will remove and discard a metal manifold bracket (from galant models only - eclipse has no such bracket). dealers will also inspect the harness. if the harness wires show no damage, the dealer will install a heat insulator along with heat resistant harness clips. if the harness wires do show damage, the dealers will install a new harness with preinstalled integral heat protection.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the column switch levers can become loose or break over time.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.
Remedy
Dealers will install a redesigned switch.
Owner complaints
136 complaints15 involved a crash16 involved a fire15 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system
I am disabled by my own factory alarm. the car will not start because my ecu was defective and I replaced it with a used one and took it to the dealer to program my key to the replacement ecu and the key still doesn't work even though I am getting a p1610 trouble code for immobilizer malfunction…
I am disabled by my own factory alarm. the car will not start because my ecu was defective and I replaced it with a used one and took it to the dealer to program my key to the replacement ecu and the key still doesn't work even though I am getting a p1610 trouble code for immobilizer malfunction which IS due to an ecu not recognizing the key. even the dealor can't get the car to start. the manufacturer got the immobilizer system too advanced that it's locking their car owner's out of their own car! this IS unacceptable.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owned a 2000 mitsubishi galant. While driving 25 mph, another vehicle equipped with a crash bar crashed head on into the contact's vehicle at 50 mph. The contact's air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained neck inquires and a herniated disk displacer. Medical attention was…
TL* the contact owned a 2000 mitsubishi galant. While driving 25 mph, another vehicle equipped with a crash bar crashed head on into the contact's vehicle at 50 mph. The contact's air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained neck inquires and a herniated disk displacer. Medical attention was received. A police report was filed, but was not reported accurately. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. While driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 230,000.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that the temperature gauge needle would fluctuate continuously. The failure recurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis, who stated that the failure was related to the…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that the temperature gauge needle would fluctuate continuously. The failure recurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis, who stated that the failure was related to the radiator, which would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 86,700.
- Electrical system
I own a 2000 mitsubishi galant. for the last two months, I have been in and out of the repair shop. I am not a mechanic; however, I know that there IS a problem in the electrical system. while driving, the car will just stop in the middle of the road. when it occurs, it will not start and has…
I own a 2000 mitsubishi galant. for the last two months, I have been in and out of the repair shop. I am not a mechanic; however, I know that there IS a problem in the electrical system. while driving, the car will just stop in the middle of the road. when it occurs, it will not start and has to be towed in. The first two times, the mechanic replaced the blown fuse. the last time, the ignition switch was replaced because the dealer said that it was bad. I thought that was the end until last night. the same thing has happened again. I am becoming frustrated over this matter. they need to find the problem and fix it. other than this, I have not had major problems with the car. however, this situation concerns me because of the nature of it. this problem has made me change my mind regarding mitsubishi cars. I don't think I will buy another one. I am tired of them giving me the "run-around". *Tr
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
TL* the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. The contact was traveling 55 mph when the vehicle stalled with the illumination of the entire dashboard. The vehicle was inspected by the contacts personal mechanic who advised that the battery cable wiring harness failed and caused the vehicle to…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. The contact was traveling 55 mph when the vehicle stalled with the illumination of the entire dashboard. The vehicle was inspected by the contacts personal mechanic who advised that the battery cable wiring harness failed and caused the vehicle to stall. The contact located nhtsa campaign ID number: 99v333001 (electrical system: battery: cables) but was advised by the manufacturer that his vin was not included. In addition, the manufacturer advised that the part needed for repairs would only be made available to those vehicles that fell within the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 134,000.
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting · Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Windshield › Electrical heating element
Matching recall mitsubishi notice sr-99-003 and nhtsa 99v305001, our galant has the busted turn signal problem. Mitsubishi claims our vin IS outside the range of defective units. Obviously, that's not the case, but they're not paying. *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that on june 25, 2010, the throttle became stuck causing him to crash into a fuel pump at a gasoline station. There were no injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was damaged but not destroyed. The contact stated, that was…
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that on june 25, 2010, the throttle became stuck causing him to crash into a fuel pump at a gasoline station. There were no injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was damaged but not destroyed. The contact stated, that was the first time he experienced that type of failure. The contact had not called the dealer or the manufacturer when the complaint was filed. The current mileage was 110,906. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
- Structure › Body · Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. The contact observed that the entire vehicle exterior body exhibited severe rust spots. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection; however, the technician was unable to assist with repairing the rust. The dashboard also exhibited…
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. The contact observed that the entire vehicle exterior body exhibited severe rust spots. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection; however, the technician was unable to assist with repairing the rust. The dashboard also exhibited extensive cracking and warps which covered the entire length of the vehicle which was caused by the defroster unit. The front passenger axle was taken to an authorized dealer on a separate occasion and repaired. The contact had concerns of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 37,000 and the current mileage was 79,800.
- Structure › Body
Yes I have had a number of problems with my galant year 2000 dash board has crack in the cold! The paint(black) has turn from a black to now a rust color like it hadn't had a coat of primer put on before painting it! Ball joint snap wheel fell off cost 4300.00 to fix now it needs a paint job…
Yes I have had a number of problems with my galant year 2000 dash board has crack in the cold! The paint(black) has turn from a black to now a rust color like it hadn't had a coat of primer put on before painting it! Ball joint snap wheel fell off cost 4300.00 to fix now it needs a paint job washing and detailing isn't going to faze it has been taken good care of but im really upset over the rust this IS just too much for me to consider! Pleasse respond and help im disable and this IS my only car! Im ready to call action 2 news im at my wits end! Thank you *tr
- Structure › Body
All of the paint on my black 2000 mitsubishi galant IS coming off. This car was garage kept most of it's life. *Tr
- Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch · Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that the turn signal switch detached from the vehicle when he attempted to activate the signal. in addition, the windshield wipers work intermittently. the dealer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign ID numbers…
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that the turn signal switch detached from the vehicle when he attempted to activate the signal. in addition, the windshield wipers work intermittently. the dealer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign ID numbers 99v305001, mitsubishi recall number sr-99-003 (exterior lighting:turn signal:switch) and 99v305001 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:switch/wiring). the failure mileage was 107,000.
- Structure
My car IS black and the paint IS starting to get little white dots in big areas! I asked the mitsubishi dealership about the problem with the paint and they told me it IS with all the black 2000 mitsubishi galants! As I see it , it should have been taken care by mitsubishi! I don't feel like it…
My car IS black and the paint IS starting to get little white dots in big areas! I asked the mitsubishi dealership about the problem with the paint and they told me it IS with all the black 2000 mitsubishi galants! As I see it , it should have been taken care by mitsubishi! I don't feel like it makes the company look very good when I see all these black galant's that look worse than mine! If it IS not taken care of other people will know what kind of products mitsubishi sells and won't buy one! I personally will not unless this IS handled! *Tr
- Electrical system
Recently purchased used 200 mitsubishi galant. having issues with the oil light constantly coming on and the car shutting off. it also seems as though the vehicle looses power and none of the signal lights or hazard lights will work. This has been going on since purchasing the vehicle in october…
Recently purchased used 200 mitsubishi galant. having issues with the oil light constantly coming on and the car shutting off. it also seems as though the vehicle looses power and none of the signal lights or hazard lights will work. This has been going on since purchasing the vehicle in october 2008. the dealer where purchased IS not being very cooperative. once off its takes several tries for the car to start again. your website indicated that several of these models were recalled. it looks as though this vehicle was never repaired. *tr
- Structure › Body
I had purchased a brand new 2000 mits. Galant (black) which was a special edition from the local dealer for mitsbushi and was in the showroom. within 1 1/2 of having this vehicle, the paint on the roof around the sunroof had faded. gradually throughout the years the roof, front hood and rear…
I had purchased a brand new 2000 mits. Galant (black) which was a special edition from the local dealer for mitsbushi and was in the showroom. within 1 1/2 of having this vehicle, the paint on the roof around the sunroof had faded. gradually throughout the years the roof, front hood and rear truck IS completely faded and there IS no more color on the car. it IS completely faded down to the aluminum. I complained to the corporate office as well as my local dealer and had pics taken of my car and sent in to the corporate office. they denied my claim to offer a goodwill paint job. they had also mentioned it was a factory defect in the clear coat on the models from 1999 to 2004. if this was a defect why didn't the corporate company send out recalls and issue free paint work to these damaged vehicles. they said my vehicle was at 108,000 miles and it was 8 years old and too old to qualify for this paint job. this IS ridiculous. my car runs awesome other than the horrible paint job on it due to mitsubishi's black clear coat paint in which they were using on a trial basis cause it was a new coat never used before and damaged hundreds and thousands of vehicles across the united states!! This IS a disgrace and mitsubishi should shut down its offices. I urge everyone who reads this to never purchase a mits car ever! *Tr
- Electrical system
I purchased a 2000 mitsubishi galant brand new in june, 2000. About 18 months later, my car would immediately stop running. All systems would die. My mitsubishi dealership attempted different fixes on many occasions, only to have the problem occur again. Finally, my car was sent to a master…
I purchased a 2000 mitsubishi galant brand new in june, 2000. About 18 months later, my car would immediately stop running. All systems would die. My mitsubishi dealership attempted different fixes on many occasions, only to have the problem occur again. Finally, my car was sent to a master mechanic at another dealership who diagnosed the problem as something to do with an electrical regulator or switch. To my recollection, the switch could only carry a 10 amp load, and was getting shorted out because it needed more capacity. The previous work at the other dealership did not fix the problem, although the resetting of the system made the car able to function again until another occurrence. The master mechanic at the dealership installed a 50 amp switch and mentioned that it was way more than I would ever need in this car. My car has operated for over 4 years without incident. Yesterday, a small fire started on the piece that I believe may have been part of the fix. While I'm unsure how related these incidents are, I am concerned about other galants on the road. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling · Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. whenever the vehicle begins to get hot, the air conditioner begins to blow hot air. the contact also noticed that the low oil light would occasionally illuminate on the instrument panel. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. the current mileage was 233,000 and failure mileage was 226,000.
- Engine and engine cooling
Had to replace two intake manifolds in 42 months on my 2000 mitsubishi galant. *tr
- Exterior lighting › Headlights · Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. while driving at an unknown speed, the contact discovered that the plastic piece in the turn signal lever snapped inside. currently, the headlights, turn signals, and high beams do not work. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign ID number 99v305001 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:switch/wiring). the current and failure mileages were 144,000.
- Exterior lighting · Visibility
I have a 2000 mitsubishi galant manufactured in october 1999. The windshield wiper switch lever broke and IS stuck in the "squirt wiper fluid" position. I have also had the turn signal switch lever break less than a year ago and paid to have it replaced. both of these are listed as defects under…
I have a 2000 mitsubishi galant manufactured in october 1999. The windshield wiper switch lever broke and IS stuck in the "squirt wiper fluid" position. I have also had the turn signal switch lever break less than a year ago and paid to have it replaced. both of these are listed as defects under nhtsa recall 99v305001, but there are no recalls listed. Both levers having broken seems to indicate my levers were defective and should have been under the recall. I have contacted both the dealers service center and mitsubishi's customer service, but they both told me there IS nothing they can do for me. If other cars in the same production run as mine are affected, they could be unknowingly subject to the safety risks listed in the recall. *tr
- Structure
There IS a defect in the paint on my 2000 mitsubishi galant. As first I thought there was something I was doing wrong, until I found the numerous consumers with the same problem. I'm not sure how mitsubishi has avoided a recall but this IS a manufacturer defect and should be completely corrected by…
There IS a defect in the paint on my 2000 mitsubishi galant. As first I thought there was something I was doing wrong, until I found the numerous consumers with the same problem. I'm not sure how mitsubishi has avoided a recall but this IS a manufacturer defect and should be completely corrected by the company. The paint on the hood of my car started to become rough, then over the period of a few months began to come off. First the clear coat, then the paint, so now its down to the metal in some areas. Next it will rust, and I am not to blame. I should not have to paint the whole car out of pocket in order to protect my investment. *tr
- Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch · Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. while driving approximately 35 mph, the headlights illuminated without warning and would not dim. the contact stated that her turn signals were also inoperative. when the vehicle was turned off, the lights remained illuminated. the dealer stated…
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. while driving approximately 35 mph, the headlights illuminated without warning and would not dim. the contact stated that her turn signals were also inoperative. when the vehicle was turned off, the lights remained illuminated. the dealer stated that her vin was not included in nhtsa campaign ID number 99v305001 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch) and (exterior lighting:turn signal:switch). the contact would have to repair the vehicle at her own expense. the dealer will install a redesigned switch. she IS waiting to hear back from the dealer. the powertrain was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 146,000.
- Structure › Body
Beginning just a few years after purchasing my 2000 galant brand new, the paint started eating itself away (oxidizing). there are huge blotches covering the roof and rear of the car. it has continually gotten worse. no one will help me at mitsibushi. just a few months after originally…
Beginning just a few years after purchasing my 2000 galant brand new, the paint started eating itself away (oxidizing). there are huge blotches covering the roof and rear of the car. it has continually gotten worse. no one will help me at mitsibushi. just a few months after originally purchasing the vehicle, I hit a deer and had the hood and driver's side replaced. there IS absolutely no problem with the replaced parts. *tr
- Structure
I own a 2000 mitsubishi galant. In 2004 the vehicle's dashboard began cracking soon after the warranty expired . The dashboard has multiples cracks and continued to crack. *tr
- Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
A/c not working properly not any where near as cold as it should be. brought back to mitsubishi in serramonte around 4 time. they completely took apart dashboard and the a/c in 2003 and said they found metal shavings in some part of the a/c unit and fixed it. well now it's 4 years later and it…
A/c not working properly not any where near as cold as it should be. brought back to mitsubishi in serramonte around 4 time. they completely took apart dashboard and the a/c in 2003 and said they found metal shavings in some part of the a/c unit and fixed it. well now it's 4 years later and it never really worked right. this IS a problem since the car was bought new in 2000. I just gave up trying to get this a/c to work properly but a friend told me I should post it with the nhtsa. *tr
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.
- 10240443This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10235609This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
- 10235608This 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.
- 10235606This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 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.
- 10130468This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
- 10021743Reprogramming the pcm drivability or sensitivity issues can be corrected.
- 10019047Cruise control system checks - service manual revision.
- 10017675Fuel pump operation check - service manual revision.
- 100167542-3 shift flare.
- 10016133Alternator fr terminal voltage - service manual revision.
- 10015818Power train control module (pcm) reprogramming for cold engine misfire / hot soak restart / rough idle. Revision.
- 10014421Door hard to open from inside.
- 10014399Cold engine misfire.
- 100143592-3 shift flare.
- 10014198Clicking noise at instrument panel.
- 10014197Door hard to open from inside.
- 10014193Cold engine misfire.
- 10014192Buzz rattle at rear floor.
- 10008910Clock spring installation. Mitsubishi motors. Tech talk. Vol. 88. Nov. 2002.
- 10008908Heated door mirror stickers. Mitsubishi motors tech talk. Vol. 88. Nov. 2002.
- 10008905Fuel pump squeak/groan from rear of vehicle.
- 10004455Debris (such as leaves, etc.) entering the front cowl area may clog the evaporator housing drain tube. If this occurs, the evaporator housing may fill up with condensation and overflow into the passenger compartment, and into the blower motor through the cooling tube.
- 10004454Debris (such as leaves, etc) entering the front cowl area may clog the evaporator housing drain tube. If this occurs, the evaporator housing may fill up with condensation and overflow into the passenger compartment, and into the blower motor through the cooling tube.
- 10004448Torque converter shudder, surge, and/or vibration (possibly intermittent) when driving 35-50 mph at steady throttle.
- 10004443Vacuum hose routing diagram label must be changed- service campaign.
- 10002730Headlight bulb connectors.
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