2004 Mitsubishi Galant Problems
Shopping for a used 2004 Mitsubishi Galant? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 61 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Structural Problems the most reported area.
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This 2004 Mitsubishi Galant has 61 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Structural Problems.
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2004 Mitsubishi Galant Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2004 Mitsubishi Galant trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2004 Mitsubishi Galant Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant has 61 owner complaints, 5 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Structural Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Mitsubishi
- Model
- Galant
- Model year
- 2004
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 61
- Crash-related complaints
- 5
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Structural Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 23
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 20 / 27
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- No
Common problems
Most common 2004 Mitsubishi Galant problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Structural Problems
Visibility
Airbag Malfunctions
Complaint patterns center on Structural Problems, Visibility, Airbag Malfunctions. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2004 Mitsubishi Galant?
The 2004 Mitsubishi Galant shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the vehicle's structural integrity, including frame and body panels, for signs of damage or corrosion.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for airbag system and brake components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle's visibility systems (e.g., windshield, mirrors) before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the vehicle's structural integrity, including frame and body panels, for signs of damage or corrosion.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for airbag system and brake components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle's visibility systems (e.g., windshield, mirrors) before purchase.
Check the exact car
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Before buying a used 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant are concentrated in structural problems, with 16 reports, followed by visibility issues and airbag malfunctions. The data suggests potential concerns with body integrity and safety systems, though the low confidence level and limited sample size warrant caution.
- Structural Problems account for the highest number of complaints among the 2004 model year.
- Visibility issues and airbag malfunctions are also frequently reported components.
- Crash-related complaints represent a small portion of total complaints.
- Structural Problems
- Visibility
- Airbag Malfunctions
Full breakdown
All 2004 Mitsubishi Galant complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structural Problems | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
SRS LIGHT REMAINS ON . After repairs at Pep Boys due to drained alternator from after market security system light remains on
After spending money on drained battery and ruined alternator the mechanic noticed the security system being at fault . Pep Boys did not offer refund of almost $500.00
EXHAUST MANIFOLD CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND GALANT SHIFT INTERLOCK
PASSAGER SIDE AIRBAGIS COMING OUT LOOK LIKE IT MAY BLOW OUT ANY DAY.
IT SAID IT COULD POSSIBLY ROLL AWAY ON ITS OWN
THE WIRIING CONNECTED TO TO AIR CONDITIONER UNDER DASH BOARD PASSENGER SIDE KEEP BURNING. HAD TO REPLACE WIRE NUMEROUS TIMES.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, A CRACK WAS NOTICED ABOVE THE PASSENGER SIDE GLOVE BOX. THE AIR BAG WAS VISIBLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED CONSTANTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE.…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WINDOW BECAME INOPERABLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WINDOW NEEDED TO BE REPL…
IN 2015 MY VEHICLE WAS BACK INTO BY A SNOW PLOW. AFTER THAT THE THE TOTAL SUSPENSION HAS ALMOST REPLACED. THE SWAY BAR BREAKS NOW WORKING ON BEARINGS AND CONTROL ARMS. ON EACH SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE SUSPENSION BEFORE THE INCIDENT HAS BEEN A PROBLEM. ALSO SRS LIGHT IS ON .IHAVE…
MY CAR STARTED SHOWING THE SRS LIGHT THREE WEEKS AGO.I WAITED IF IT WILL GO OFF BY ITSELF BUT NEVER DID. I BOUGHT IT IN 2014 AT THE AUCTION BUT LATER TO DISCOVER SOME ISSUE ON IT,THE FRONT MANIFOLD IS BROKEN:I WAS ABLE TO FIX THAT.THE AC CONDENSER IS NOT IN THE CAR WHICH I VE N…
I ROLLED DOWN THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW IN THE MORNING TO GO THROUGH A DRIVE THRU FOR BREAKFAST. WHEN ROLLING THE WINDOW BACK UP, IT MADE A SCREECHING SOUND. LATER THAT EVENING WHEN I LEFT WORK, THE ENTIRE WINDOW WAS STILL IN THE FRAME BUT WAS COMPLETELY SHATTERED. MY WORK R…
MY REAR LEFT PASSENGER WINDOW ROLLED ITSELF DOWN INTO THE DOOR FRAME. I DID NOT ROLL THE WINDOW DOWN, IT DID IT ON ITS OWN. I TOOK IT TO A LOCAL AUTO SHOP AND WAS TOLD THE MOTOR BECAME DEFECTIVE. *TR
THE RIGHT REAR SIDE PASSENGER WINDOW ROLLED ITSELF DOWN IN THE DOOR FRAME. I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE LEFT REAR SIDE PASSENGER WINDOW DOING THE SAME THING. I DID NOT HAVE THE WINDOW ROLLED DOWN, IT DID IT ON ITS OWN. *TR
SEAT BELT DOES NOT JUST CLICK EASILY AS IT SHOULD AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T CLICK AT ALL. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AS I DON'T EVEN KNOW IF IT WOULD WORK IN A CAR CRASH. *TR
DRIVERS INSIDE DOOR PANEL LOOSE; PANEL RE-ATTACHED WITH CLIPS BY COOL SPRING MITSUBISHI SECOND INCIDENT JULY 25, 2008; DRIVERS INSIDE DOOR LOOSE AGAIN, RE-ATTACHED WITH CLIPS BY HALLMARK MITSUBISHI THIRD INCIDENT SEPTEMBER 12, 2012 DRIVERS INSIDE DOOR PANEL LOOSE, COULD NOT…
THERE IS NO ACCIDENT BUT THE PAINT ON MY BLACK CAR IS PEELING OFF. I HAVE BIG WHITE SPLOTCHES ALL OVER MY CAR. IT LOOKS TERRIBLE. I HAVE ALWAYS TAKEN CARE OF MY CAR, AND THE PAINT JUST STARTED PEELING OFF. I HAVE HEARD AND SEEN THIS ON ALOT OF MITSUBISHI BLACK CARS. I THINK IT …
GAS LEAKS FROM PIPE THAT LEADS FROM FILLER HOLE TO GAS TANK. ESPECIALLY BAD WHEN FUELING CAR AT GAS STATION. *TR
WELL SHORTLY AFTER BUYING THE CAR,THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR WINDOW FELL DOWN IN THE DOOR. THEN A COUPLE DAYS AGO THE OTHER REAR WINDOW FELL ALSO. I'M NOT SURE WHAT HAPPENED,BUT THE WINDOW WASN'T EVEN BEING USED AT THE TIME IT FELL. I DON'T KNOW WHAT PART INSIDE THE DOOR WENT BAD,BUT …
THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR PANEL GETS CAUGHT ON THE B PILLAR ALMOST EVERY TIME THE DOOR IS CLOSED MAKING IT NEAR IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN. ALSO A FEW WEEKS AFTER THIS STARTED HAPPENING THE WINDOW STARTED TO STICK IN THE DOWN POSITION ONLY GOING UP AFTER BEATING ON THE INSIDE OF THE DOOR . *…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REFUELING, FUEL SPILLED OUT FROM THE FILLER NECK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS COVERING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 125,000.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Safety recalls
2004 Mitsubishi Galant recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
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Questions
2004 Mitsubishi Galant buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 61 owner complaints, 5 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2004 Mitsubishi Galant shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant?▾
#1: Structural Problems (16 complaints). #2: Visibility (8 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (6 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, NHTSA complaints include 5 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 61 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2004 Mitsubishi Galant?▾
The 2004 Mitsubishi Galant shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Structural Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Galant reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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