Engine
2.4L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Glass & wipers
46 complaint records1 fire report
"HEAT STOPPED WORKING DUE TO A FAULTY HEAT CONTROL VALVE. FIRST IT STARTED MAKING A CLICKING NOISE AND NOW I HAVE NO HEAT AT ALL. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse glass & wipers parts in the directory →
Body & structure
21 complaint records1 crash report
"BLACK 2003 MITSUBISHI GALANT ES PAINT IS FADING AND CRACKING ON THE ROOF AND TRUNK OF THE CAR. I'VE NOTICED THROUGH MY TRAVELS THAT THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM WITH GALANTS. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse body & structure parts in the directory →
Electrical system
21 complaint records2 fire reports2 crash reports
"HEAT STOPPED WORKING DUE TO A FAULTY HEAT CONTROL VALVE. FIRST IT STARTED MAKING A CLICKING NOISE AND NOW I HAVE NO HEAT AT ALL. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA08011 opened Jul 2008 | closed Aug 2009 | Visibility | PASSENGER DOOR FIRE IN RESPONSE TO THIS INVESTIGATION, MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA (MMNA) INITIATED A SPECIAL PROGRAM ON JULY 31, 2009, TO EXTEND THE WARRANTY COVERAGE ON MODEL YEAR (MY) 2001-2003 GALANT VEHICLE PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW SWITCHES TO 10 YEARS OR 120,000 MILES,... |
| PE08014 opened Mar 2008 | closed Jul 2008 | Visibility | PASSENGER DOOR FIRE COMPLAINTS ALLEGE THAT A FIRE ERUPTED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR.IN MITSUBISHI'S RESPONSE TO ODI'S MARCH 12, 2008 INFORMATION REQUEST, MITSUBISHI ASSERTS THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT MAY OCCUR WHEN LARGE AMOUNTS OF LIQUIDS, MORE THAN 100CC (3.4 OZ), LIKE A SOFT... |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V428000 | Equipment | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. | Normally free |
| 03V442000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL RETURN LINE HOSE FITTING ON THE ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP MAY BE RESTRICTED, CAUSING EXCESSIVE FUEL PRESSURE TO BUILD UP IN THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003277 2003-11-10 | Fuel System | 635 | On certain vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEALER LETTER Jul 2023 | Equipment | This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023. | |
| TSB-23-00-001 Apr 2023 | Equipment | This 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. | |
| TSB-23-00-004 Apr 2023 | Structure | This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue. | |
| DEALER LETTER Apr 2023 | Equipment | This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023. | |
| TSB-22-54-003 Apr 2022 | Unknown Or Other | This 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. |
Show 50 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| TT253 Nov 2019 | Equipment | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TSB-19-00-008 Jul 2019 | Equipment | This 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. | |
| MEDICUpdate517 Feb 2018 | Equipment | This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available. | |
| TT237 Feb 2018 | Equipment | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TT218 Aug 2015 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TSB-15-54-004 Jul 2015 | Equipment | This 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. | |
| TT217 Jul 2015 | Fuel System | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TT195 Mar 2013 | Power Train | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TTIndex12 Mar 2013 | Equipment | This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012. | |
| TT194 Feb 2013 | Electrical System | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TSB-13-42A-002 Jan 2013 | Structure | This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals. | |
| TT193 Jan 2013 | Structure | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TT192 Dec 2012 | Service Brakes | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TT191 Nov 2012 | Service Brakes | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TSB-09-54-010 Oct 2009 | Visibility | MITSUBISHI SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. FRONT PASSENGER DOOR WINDOW SWITCH WARRANTY EXTENSION. | |
| 137 May 2007 | Power Train | REPROGRAMMING THE PCM DRIVABILITY OR SENSITIVITY ISSUES CAN BE CORRECTED. *KB | |
| 0617001 Jan 2006 | Vehicle Speed Control | CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM CHECKS - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT | |
| 0513012 Oct 2005 | Fuel System | FUEL PUMP OPERATION CHECK - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT | |
| 0523004 Jul 2005 | Power Train | 2-3 SHIFT FLARE. *TT | |
| 0413011 Apr 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling | POWER TRAIN MODULE REPROGRAMMING FOR DIANOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0125. *EH | |
| 0513006 Apr 2005 | Electrical System | ALTERNATOR FR TERMINAL VOLTAGE - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT | |
| 0513004 Mar 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling | POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPROGRAMMING FOR COLD ENGINE MISFIRE / HOT SOAK RESTART / ROUGH IDLE. REVISION. *TT | |
| 07012004 Jul 2004 | Structure | GLOVEBOX LOCK VALET KEY DROPPED. *EH | |
| 05012004 May 2004 | Power Train | 2-3 SHIFT FLARE. *EH | |
| 0314002 Dec 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | CORRECTED SPECIFIED ENGINE COOLANT - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT | |
| SC03001 Oct 2003 | Equipment | VACUUM HOSE ROUTING DIAGRAM LABEL MUST BE CHANGED- SERVICE CAMPAIGN. *TT | |
| 0323006 Oct 2003 | Power Train | TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER, SURGE, AND/OR VIBRATION (POSSIBLY INTERMITTENT) WHEN DRIVING 35-50 MPH AT STEADY THROTTLE. *TT | |
| 0355008 Oct 2003 | Visibility | DEBRIS (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. *TT | |
| 0355008R Oct 2003 | Visibility | DEBRIS (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. *TT | |
| 0354007 Jun 2003 | Electrical System | IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INFORMATION UPDATE (2003 MODELS). *TT | |
| 0355005 May 2003 | Equipment | AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR HIGH-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE PARTS AVAILABILITY. INCLUDING 2004 MODELS. *TT | |
| 93 May 2003 | Exterior Lighting | HEADLIGHT BULB CONNECTORS. *TT | |
| 0323004 Apr 2003 | Power Train | COLOR VARIATION OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (AFT) USED IN CERTAIN MITSUBISHI VEHICLES. *TT | |
| 0342A001 Apr 2003 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | CHANGES TO THE TRUNK LID LOCK RELEASE CABLE. *TT | |
| 0317002 Mar 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | CORRECTED VACUUM HOSE ROUTING DIAGRAMS - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT | |
| 0355003 Mar 2003 | Equipment | AIR CONDITIONER REFRIGERANT / AIR CONDITIONER ECU VOLTAGES - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT | |
| 89 Dec 2002 | Structure | DOOR MIRRORS/DOOR HANDLES PAINT APPEARANCE. *TT | |
| 88 Dec 2002 | Equipment | HEATED DOOR MIRROR STICKERS. MITSUBISHI MOTORS TECH TALK. VOL. 88. NOV. 2002. *TT | |
| 88 Nov 2002 | Equipment | ELIMINATION OF CIGARETTE LIGHTER & ASHTRAY. MITSUBISHI MOTORS. TECH TALK. VOL. 88. NOV. 2002. *TT | |
| 0252A004 Oct 2002 | Equipment | PARTS AND INSTALLATION INFORMATION CONCERNING THE OPTIONAL CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAY. *TT | |
| 10012002 Oct 2002 | Engine And Engine Cooling | MIL ON HOT ENGINE MISFIRE NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS. *EH | |
| 0213017 Sep 2002 | Power Train | POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPROGRAMMING FOR MISFIRE CODE SET WITH NO DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS. *TT | |
| 0252A003 Sep 2002 | Seats | FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT. *TT | |
| 09012002 Sep 2002 | Structure | BUZZ RATTLE AT REAR FLOOR. *EH | |
| 0235006 Aug 2002 | Service Brakes | SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT BRAKE RINGING NOISE. *JG | |
| 85 Aug 2002 | Suspension | INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING A RATTLING NOISE HEARD FROM REAR SUSPENSION OF VEHICLE. *TT | |
| 0200007 Jul 2002 | Unknown Or Other | SUBJECT REGARDING TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS. *JG | |
| 84 Jul 2002 | Suspension | VEHICLE TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING REAR SUSPENSION RATTLE. *TT | |
| 83 Jun 2002 | Suspension | VEHICLE TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING REAR SUSPENSION RATTLE NOISE. *TT | |
| 80 Mar 2002 | Visibility | CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE WINDOW GLASS FREEZES TO MOULDING. *TT |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Run the wipers and washers, and test every window.Slow or stuck regulators, streaking wipers, and windshield cracks are this vehicle's visibility complaints.
- Walk the body slowly in daylight.Panel gaps, rust at the rockers and wheel arches, and cracked trim are this vehicle's structure complaints. Open and close the liftgate or trunk and look at the latch area.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 2 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
The generic parts list for this vehicle has its own page: a search launcher for every system, filtered by fuel type and era but not by engine, trim, or brake type. It is not a diagnosis and not a fitment guarantee.
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