2009 Mitsubishi Galant
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Owner complaints
16 complaints3 involved a crash4 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Air bags
The contact owns a 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the front driver's side air bag deployed inadvertently and struck the contact’s face and chest. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact immediately slammed on the brake pedal and then pulled into a…
The contact owns a 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the front driver's side air bag deployed inadvertently and struck the contact’s face and chest. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact immediately slammed on the brake pedal and then pulled into a parking spot. The contact stated there was no collision before the air bag deployment. The contact stated that she sustained pain in the face and on the chest but did not seek medical assistance. The dealer was contacted and advised the contact to cut the air bag off the steering wheel and to take the vehicle to their location. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive because the seat belt was inoperable after the air bag had been deployed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
- Air bags · Seat belts · Wheels
Shannon bell private dealer is selling this car with a unrepairable cv axel. I purchased it and di my home work he rolled the miles back. He's falsely advertising it as clean tie and 190 something miles. That's even less then when I had it. Air bag lights are on and he unplugged the wires along with seatbelt so the lights don't show.
- Air bags
Srs light light IS on after replacing airbags
- Air bags
TL* the contact owned a 2009 mitsubishi galant. While the contact's husband was driving at unknown speeds, he crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The driver sustained injuries to his head and the passenger sustained bruises. Medical attention was not required. The air bags did not deploy. The…
TL* the contact owned a 2009 mitsubishi galant. While the contact's husband was driving at unknown speeds, he crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The driver sustained injuries to his head and the passenger sustained bruises. Medical attention was not required. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was not towed. A police report was filed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. Additionally, on september 7, 2017, while driving unknown speeds and making a left turn, a vehicle crashed into the front driver's side of the contact's vehicle. The passenger sustained soft tissue and spleen injuries, which required medical attention. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to ozark chevrolet (located at 1020 n 18TH st, ozark, mo 65721) where it was diagnosed that the suspension and body needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired and deemed a total loss. The manufacturer was notified and referred the contact to an attorney. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
- Air bags · Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that the air bag compartment was fractured. The contact took the vehicle to the don harring mitsubishi dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bags needed to be replaced and the air bag compartment needed to be repaired. The…
TL* the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that the air bag compartment was fractured. The contact took the vehicle to the don harring mitsubishi dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bags needed to be replaced and the air bag compartment needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vin was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 96,923.
- Air bags
My srs light IS on
- Air bags
My mitsubishi sra ligth came on.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that while driving at 15 mph the passenger side air bag inadvertently deployed. The contact also stated that there was no collision. The contact maneuvered to the side of the street. The contact drove the vehicle to the dealer and…
TL* the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that while driving at 15 mph the passenger side air bag inadvertently deployed. The contact also stated that there was no collision. The contact maneuvered to the side of the street. The contact drove the vehicle to the dealer and the diagnosis was that the vehicle displayed a front bumper damage therefore the sensor was damaged. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. The vin was not available.
- Structure › Body · Unknown or other
I was driving about 60 miles per hour on the highway around 3:00 pm on a weekday and my sunroof just shattered into thousands of pieces, it sounded like a gunshot when it broke. I swerved into the next lane, nothing happened but this incident could of been a lot worse. At the time no one else was…
I was driving about 60 miles per hour on the highway around 3:00 pm on a weekday and my sunroof just shattered into thousands of pieces, it sounded like a gunshot when it broke. I swerved into the next lane, nothing happened but this incident could of been a lot worse. At the time no one else was on the highway so it couldn't have been a rock or something else that may have caused this to happen and regardless of the triple digit summer texas weather the glass was suppose to be heat tempered. I had to pull over because chunks of glass started to fly off and was hitting the back of my trunk, scratching the paint job.
- Air bags
I was completely stopped, waiting to make a left turn when a car barrelled up behind me and hit me from behind. the impact caused my car to be thrown into the lane of oncoming traffic, and another car hit me head-on. my car was being tossed around like a tin can. when it finally came to a stop…
I was completely stopped, waiting to make a left turn when a car barrelled up behind me and hit me from behind. the impact caused my car to be thrown into the lane of oncoming traffic, and another car hit me head-on. my car was being tossed around like a tin can. when it finally came to a stop, the steering wheel was trying to deploy the airbag, but it never inflated. but, smoke and fumes were coming from the steering wheel. I thought it was about to explode or catch on fire. *tr
- Tires · Wheels
I purchased my car brand new back in dec of 2008. Not even three years later, three (3) of the four (4) tires have severe cracking where the tread meets the sidewall. The only reason the fourth tire wasn't damaged the same way IS I had a nail stuck in the sidewall prior the first tire failure and…
I purchased my car brand new back in dec of 2008. Not even three years later, three (3) of the four (4) tires have severe cracking where the tread meets the sidewall. The only reason the fourth tire wasn't damaged the same way IS I had a nail stuck in the sidewall prior the first tire failure and had to replace it, so I can only assume it would have had the same issues. I had a slow leak and noticed the cracking on one of the tires when filling with air. The mechanic was the one who pointed out the other tire starting to crack the same way. Tonight I noticed the third tire (last original tire) also had the same cracking. *Tr
- Power train · Service brakes, hydraulic · Wheels
When going in reverse the car makes a horrible loud noise. the car IS still in factory condition and not using any aftermarket parts. dealer states they have tore down the rear end of another car and lubed and oiled and sat for overnight and did the same noise. seems to be a very big defect in something used. cannot understand how a brand new car with very low miles will make such a noise. *tr
- Structure › Body
Undercarriage of car IS rusted. *tr
- Air bags
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that while driving at 60 mph, the vehicle was involved in a frontal crash but the air bags did not deploy. There were no prior problems with the air bags. There were no injuries. A police report was filed. The manufacturer had not been notified. The current and failure mileages were approximately 47,000.
- Structure
Rust under carriage. *Tr
- Tires
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi galant. The manufacturer of the tires are yokohama, model name radial all season tubeless, and the tire size IS p/215/60/r16. When attempting to stop the vehicle the tires cause the vehicle to slide abnormally. The technician stated that the tires needed to be…
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi galant. The manufacturer of the tires are yokohama, model name radial all season tubeless, and the tire size IS p/215/60/r16. When attempting to stop the vehicle the tires cause the vehicle to slide abnormally. The technician stated that the tires needed to be replaced at the owners expense for $600.00. The technician did not state why the tires were defective. The tires have not been replaced. The failure and current mileages were 8,000. The dot number was unknown.
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.
- 10233997This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.
- 10233994This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote start system.
- 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.
- 10172523This TSB supercedes TSB-09-42A-015, issued October, 2009, to update affected vehicles, add Outlander Sport and add FAST Key case part numbers. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) integrated key case and FAST Key Transmitter case repair kits are now available. If the plastic parts of the key are broken or missing, but the key functions properly, use the appropriate service parts kit instead of replacing the entire key assembly. When replacing only the key case, it is not necessary to program immobilizer, RKE and OSS functions. For integrated RKE keys, once the electronic components are transferred to the new case, the key can be cut to the vehicle's key code.
- 10170853Caution statements regarding the disposal of certain SRS components have been incorrect in the service manuals of affected vehicles. This TSB provides updated caution statements.
- 10170852This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
- 10170763The door lock switch rocker button is now available separately. This TSB provides replacement instructions for the affected service manuals.
- 10170761The door lock switch rocker button is now available separately. This TSB adds replacement instructions to the affected service manuals.
- 10170694The driver's side central door lock switch rocker button is now available through spare parts. It is no longer necessary to replace the entire switch assembly for a broken switch rocker button. This TSB provides the part number and instructions for installation of a new drivers central door lock switch rocker button.
- 10170107This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170106This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170104This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170103This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170102This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170101This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 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.
- 10159665This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the differences in Japan built and U.S. built vehicles, diagnostic flow charts, a list of commonly used acronyms and terms, and part numbers. The bulletin also provides a comprehensive Hands-free/FUSE Information Sheet to guide the service writer in getting complete and accurate details from the customer. With this information, dealer personnel can answer questions and conduct an efficient diagnosis to resolve customer concerns as quickly as possible.
- 10159646This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the differences in Japan built and U.S. built vehicles, diagnostic flow charts, a list of commonly used acronyms and terms, and part numbers. The bulletin also provides a comprehensive Hands-free/FUSE Information Sheet to guide the service writer in getting complete and accurate details from the customer. With this information, dealer personnel can answer questions and conduct an efficient diagnosis to resolve customer concerns as quickly as possible.
- 10152965This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Rear Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to update the special service tool used in replacement of the Toe Control Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover.
- 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.
- 10055619Mitsubishi: this bulletin IS an introduction to mapcare and the map update purchase for mitsubishi multi communications system. This does not apply to mitsubishi multi entertainment system for the 2014 and later mirage. Included in the mapcare update are: lancer, lancer sportback, lancer evolution, outlander, and outlander sport/rvr model year 2014. Map updates for purchase include: lancer/ lancer evolution model years 2008-2013. Lancer sportback model years 2009-2013. Outlander model years 2007-2013. Outlander sport/rvr model years 2001-2013, endeavor model years 2007-2011, galant model years 2007-2012, i-miev model years 2012-2013.
- 10037326Mitsubishi: the throttle actuator control motor initialization procedure for 2006-2011 galant.
- 10030267Mitsubishi: in certain model/model years vehicles, the coils have been found to overheat and possibly melt; check ground point #12 for signs of corrosion, especially if the battery has recently been replaced. High resistance at the ground can cause coils to overheat.
- 10029250Mitsubishi: front drive shaft heat protector added. Service manual revision.
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