2007 Mitsubishi Galant Problems
Shopping for a used 2007 Mitsubishi Galant? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 24 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Airbag Malfunctions the most reported area.
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This 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has 24 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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2007 Mitsubishi Galant Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2007 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.
2007 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 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has 24 owner complaints, 5 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Airbag Malfunctions. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Mitsubishi
- Model
- Galant
- Model year
- 2007
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 24
- Crash-related complaints
- 5
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Airbag Malfunctions
- 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 2007 Mitsubishi Galant problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Airbag Malfunctions
Engine Problems
Brake System
Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Engine Problems, Brake System. 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 2007 Mitsubishi Galant?
The 2007 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 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
Inspection Focus
- Inspect airbag system for any warning lights or prior repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and brake components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect airbag system for any warning lights or prior repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and brake components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Check the exact car
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2007 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
Based on 24 NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Mitsubishi Galant, the most frequently reported issue involves airbag malfunctions, followed by engine and brake problems. Crash-related complaints account for 5 reports. The data suggests potential concerns with safety systems and powertrain components, though the sample size is small.
- Airbag malfunctions are the most common complaint, with 8 reports.
- Engine problems and brake system issues each have 4 complaints.
- There is 1 recall associated with this model year.
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Engine Problems
- Brake System
Full breakdown
All 2007 Mitsubishi Galant complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 8 | 4 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire 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 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Dashboard bulging by air bag section passenger side
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED AND WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY OTHER GEAR. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED, IT OPERATED NORMALLY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN …
TAKATA RECALL FUEL LEAKAGE
MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON; SO THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE EGR VALVE W/GASSKET. I HAVE DRIVEN MY CAR ABOUT 500 MILES AND IT STILL DOES NOT PASS THE SMOG TEST. THE OXYGEN SENSOR IS NOT READY. I'VE BEEN TOLD THAT I NEED TO DRIVE THE CAR MORE.
THE SRS LIGHT ON DASHBOARD IS ON.I WANT TO KNOW IF THERE IS A RECALL FROM THE MANUFACTURER TAKATA ON THE AIR BAGS.
ON MAY 26, 2016 WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 50 MPH GOING UP A STRAIGHT STRETCH OF HIGHWAY I HEARD LOUD BANGING COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, THEN QUIET FOR A SECOND THEN MORE LOUD CLANGING. I IMMEDIATELY RELEASED THE ACCELERATOR. MY BATTERY LIGHT IMMEDIATELY CAME ON. I STEPPED O…
THE DASHBOARD THAT HOLDS IN THE PASSENGER AIRBAG HAS COME UNGLUED FROM THE FRAME ON THE DASHBOARD. ALSO THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS ARE NOT VERY STABLE AND HAVE BEEN SHAKING AND THE PASSENGER SIDE VIEW MIRROR HAS JUST BROKE OFF FROM DRIVING AND TURNING ONTO OTHER ROADS THAT HAVE SLIGHT…
LEFT HEADLIGHT KEEPS BURNING OUT. REPLACED SOCKET AND BULB 3 TIMES. ABOUT TO DO IT AGAIN. SUSPECT OVER-CURRENT SOMEWHERE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED SEVERAL TIMES TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE…
I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE IN 2009. SHORTLY AFTER MY PURCHASE THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME AND I HAVE THE CODE READ, WHICH INDICATED THE ISSUE WAS THE EGR VALVE WHICH AFFECTS EMISSIONS. THE MECHANIC INITIALLY SOAKED THE VALVE WHICH WORKED FOR A WHILE, BUT THE CHECK ENGINE CAME ON AG…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL BECAME DIFFICULT TO DEPRESS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES FAILED TO WORK SEVERAL TIMES AND THE FAILURE PROGRESSED INTERMITTENTLY. DUE TO THE FAILURE,…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, FUEL FUMES EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. ON A DIFFERENT OCCASION, WHILE REFUELING THE VEHICLE, FUEL POURED OUT FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS EXCLUD…
I HAVE HAD TWO CAR ACCIDENTS IN MY 2007 GALLANT ONE IN WHICH MY ENTIRE FRONT END CAME OFF AND NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED OVER $5500.00 IN DAMAGE THE SECOND ONE WAS A SIDE IMPACT IN WHICH MY PASSENGER DOORS WERE BOTH HIT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND NO AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. *TR
I WAS IN A FRONT END COLLISION IN MY 2007 MITSUBISHI GALANT AND MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. WHEN THE CAR WAS FIXED THEY COULD NOT EXPLAIN WHY MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY OR THAT WAS NOT HIT IN THE CORRECT SPOT. *TR
2007 MITSUBISHI GALANT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO WARPED BRAKE ROTORS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE APPLIED THE BRAKE, THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED. *JB
WE ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH OUR 2007 MITSUBISHI GALANT, THE DRIVER WINDOW HAS BUST TWICE WHILE DRIVING AND THE PASSENGER WINDOW HAS BUST ONCE WHILE DRIVING. *TR
2007 MITSIBUSI GALANT 4 DOOR 6 CYLINDER STEERING COLUMN LOCKED WHILE DRIVING DOWN STREET AT 30-35MI PER HR AIR BAG CAME OUT CAUSING FACIAL DAMAGE, CHEST INJURY, LOSS OF 6 TEETH AND TOTALED CAR. *TR
I RECENTLY PURCHASED A VEHICLE FROM A LOCAL DEALERSHIP, I LATER FOUND OUT THAT THE AIRBAG SYSTEM HAS BEEN DISABLED. THE DEALER SHOWED ME A FAKE CARFAX AND REPEATEDLY, INFRONT OF THREE DIFFERENT PEOPLE, TOLD ME THE VEHICLE WAS NEVER IN AN ACCIDENT. I HAVE RESEARCHED AND FOUND THAT…
I BOUGHT MY VEHICLE NOVEMBER 2007. I HAVE BROUGHT MY VEHICLE IN A NUMBER OF TIMES TO HAVE MY BREAKS DONE AND THEN AND NOTHING HAS BEEN RESOLVED BUT SWITCH PADS. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO A SPECIALIST AND I WAS TOLD THE ROTORS WERE BAD BUT THIS WAS A BRAND NEW VEHICLE. IN FEB 09 I HAD …
DRIVER DOOR HANDLE CAME APART FROM TOP. *TR
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Safety recalls
2007 Mitsubishi Galant recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
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Questions
2007 Mitsubishi Galant buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2007 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 24 owner complaints, 5 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2007 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 2007 Mitsubishi Galant?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (8 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (4 complaints). #3: Brake System (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Mitsubishi Galant?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Mitsubishi Galant?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2007 Mitsubishi Galant, NHTSA complaints include 5 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 24 total complaints. 6 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. A major recall area is FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY. 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 2007 Mitsubishi Galant?▾
The 2007 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 Airbag Malfunctions 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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