2012 Mitsubishi Galant

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Wheels3
2. Engine2
3. Electronic stability control (esc)1
4. Air bags1
5. Unknown or other1
6. Visibility1
7. Power train1
8. Electrical system1

Latest complaints

• May 16, 2025NC200,000 mi1 injury
  Air bags
  The contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's and passenger's side air bags unexpectedly deployed, cracking the windshield and injuring his arm. No warning light was illuminated. Medical attention was not…

  The contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's and passenger's side air bags unexpectedly deployed, cracking the windshield and injuring his arm. No warning light was illuminated. Medical attention was not received. The contact stated that there was no impact to the vehicle that could have caused the air bags to deploy. The contact's husband drove the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

• Feb 8, 2023MOCrash
  Wheels

  Lug nuts on these tires begin to loosen them selves within 1000 miles. My lug nuts will randomly fall off and need replaced. I can always tell my tires about to fall off when you use the break and they sound like they are going out.

• May 14, 2020TX105,000 mi
  Electrical system · Visibility

  The driver window IS breaking without cause. has happened on more than one occasion. did not take picture. but insurance fixed the most recent shattering incident--so if picture needed can obtain in the future. once occurrence the vehicle was not in motion. another occurrence the vehicle was in motion. *tr

• Oct 18, 2017NE
  Unknown or other

  When I accelerate there IS a electric razor type sound but stops when I reach cruising speed. this only happens when we get to highway speeds. I had a tire replaced in september 2017.

• Feb 26, 2016IL70,000 mi
  Power train

  I pulled up to a traffic light with 1 car ahead, I stopped with my foot on the brakes. The car started revving up and I thought I was going to hit the car in front

• Nov 24, 2015MA47,000 mi
  Electronic stability control (esc) · Wheels
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 mitsubishi gallant. The contact stated that there was an abnormal vibration on the front driver side of the vehicle while driving 60 mph. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle had the tires re-balanced approximately six…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 mitsubishi gallant. The contact stated that there was an abnormal vibration on the front driver side of the vehicle while driving 60 mph. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle had the tires re-balanced approximately six times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 47,000. The vin was not provided.

• Jun 22, 2015TX30,000 mi
  Engine

  I have a 2012 mish. Galante and on multiple times my car has stalled out with exceleration fron a dead stop while trying to cross through intersection and making turn. Last time in shop was a proxy 3 2015 where they could not find nothing wrong.

• Sep 5, 2014MD33,286 mi
  Engine

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that after accelerating and making a right turn, the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred twice. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing, however they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 33,286.

• Sep 25, 2012GA20,300 mi
  Wheels
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 mitsubishi galant. While driving approximately 10 mph, the contact noticed a tumbling sound from the front passenger side wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that one of the lug nuts was missing on the front…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 mitsubishi galant. While driving approximately 10 mph, the contact noticed a tumbling sound from the front passenger side wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that one of the lug nuts was missing on the front passenger side wheel and would have to be replaced. all of the lug nuts on the front and rear driver and passenger sides were found to be loose. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 20,300.

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.
• 10046519Mitsubishi: on some vehicles, an active stability control (asc) steering wheel sensor has been installed, replacing original sensor. New sensor not to be rotated before installation. Models 2007-12 outlander, 2008-11 lancer evolution, 2010-12 lancer/lancer sportback & galant, 2008-12 eclipse/eclipse spyder, 2004-11 endeavor.

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