1998 Mitsubishi Galant Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Galant years
- About as many complaints as other years 10th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. That ranks 10th out of 18 Galant model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (12 complaints, 23%), typically at around 76,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 53owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1998 Mitsubishi Galant problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 12 | 23% | 76,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 | 23% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 8 | 15% | 123,485 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 6% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 4% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 4% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 4% | 119,955 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1998 Mitsubishi Galant recalls (1)
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Suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. Also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.
Risk: This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. This campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v-066.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. Ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. Ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
On jan. 9, 2013, while i was backing up my mitsubishi galant 1998 (vin # [xxx]) in my driveway, i noticed that the car started moving on its own and i had to keep my foot on the brake. After backing up, when i drove forward, my car seemed to be quite jumpy and wanted to lurch forwards. At a traffic…
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that the front passenger side lower ball joint failed. The contact stated that the nut that held the lower ball joint became loose and detached, causing the lower ball joint failure. The vehicle had been repaired three times prior…
Lower lateral arm ball joint broke caused my car to crash into a parked vehicle as i was driving at a low rate of speed. *tr
Lower control arm was found to have a problem upon inspection by a mechanic. *jb
The black paint on my 1998 mitsubishi galant es has worn off in an a typical pattern. The paint has come off in a grid-like fashion - as though a giant acidic tire has rolled over it. It is effecting the roof, hood and trunk area of the car. I have noticed other mitsubishi galants (and eclipses) of…
Other Mitsubishi Galant years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Galant | 9 | 0 |
| 2011 Galant | 3 | 0 |
| 2010 Galant | 9 | 1 |
| 2009 Galant | 16 | 0 |
| 2008 Galant | 6 | 0 |
| 2007 Galant | 24 | 1 |
| 2006 Galant | 24 | 1 |
| 2005 Galant | 26 | 3 |
| 2004 Galant | 61 | 1 |
| 2003 Galant | 126 | 2 |
| 2002 Galant | 135 | 2 |
| 2001 Galant | 151 | 7 |
| 2000 Galant | 136 | 6 |
| 1999 Galant | 215 | 5 |
| 1998 | 53 | 1 |
| 1997 Galant | 80 | 1 |
| 1996 Galant | 136 | 3 |
| 1995 Galant | 209 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Mitsubishi Galant?
Owners most often report power train, service brakes, hydraulic, suspension problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 12 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Mitsubishi Galant?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1998 Mitsubishi Galant a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Galant model years, the 1998 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.