1999 Mitsubishi Galant Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Galant years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 215 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. That is the most of any Galant model year in the database (18 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (89 complaints, 41%), typically at around 77,500 miles. Complaints mention 30 crashes, 10 fires, 17 injuries. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 215owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 30complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems | 89 | 41% | 77,500 | “applying brakes” (15%) | — |
| Suspension | 26 | 12% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 21 | 10% | 126,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 16 | 7% | 51,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 16 | 7% | 64,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 15 | 7% | 98,780 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 6% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 12 | 6% | 91,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 10 | 5% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 4% | 56,854 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 3% | 109,371 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 6 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 6 | 3% | 144,674 | — | — |
| Visibility | 5 | 2% | 126,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 2% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 1% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0% | 196,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Mitsubishi Galant recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.
Risk: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Fix: Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. In addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. This recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. The notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. Owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. A hose was mis-manufactured and could weaken over time, which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid.
Risk: Fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe.
Fix: Dealers will replace the hose assembly for the automatic transmission oil cooler. Owner notification mailing will be phased over a five-month period starting march 26, through july 23, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A nut in the steering gear assembly was not properly tightened, resulting in symptoms ranging from steering wheel vibration to stiff steering, and in the worst case, no ability to turn left.
Risk: A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection is found.
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with v6 engines and federal emission equipment. The battery cable harness can become heat damaged by the front exhaust manifold which could cause grounded circuits.
Risk: This circuit failure could cause any of the following to occur: (1) the engine will not start because the main fuse will blow if the power lead is grounded; (2) the low oil pressure warning lamp will illuminate if the signal wire is grounded; (3) the airconditioning system will become inoperative if the lead to the magnetic clutch is grounded; and (4) the turn signal/hazard lamps will become inoperative if the voltage monitor lead is grounded.
Fix: Dealers will remove and discard a metal manifold bracket (from galant models only - eclipse has no such bracket). Dealers will also inspect the harness. If the harness wires show no damage, the dealer will install a heat insulator along with heat resistant harness clips. If the harness wires do show damage, the dealers will install a new harness with preinstalled integral heat protection.
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:switch/wiring; exterior lighting:turn signal:switch; exterior lighting:headlights:switch
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The column switch levers can become loose or break over time.
Risk: Loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.
Fix: Dealers will install a redesigned switch.
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.
While traveling down a dirt road going about 5 mph the lower control arm broke not any of the rubber boots the control arm itself rusted and broke.
Cars slips all the time when the abs light is on. Today it was raining and it almost caused a crash. The car would not stop at a speed of 25 mph in traffic. Very scary. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated the turn signal and hazard lights failed. The dealer stated the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 99v333001, electrical system: battery: cables recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that the vehicle exterior paint was oxidized with chipping on the hood, roof and trunk lid. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The contact expressed the concern of warranting a recall related to the exterior paint defect…
While driving the vehicle noticed smoke coming from under the hood. Opened the hood and notice a fire coming from the wiring harness out of the fuse box. Disconnectted the battery and towed it home. *tr
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 | 215 | 5 |
| 1998 Galant | 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 1999 Mitsubishi Galant?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, suspension, electrical system problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 89 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Mitsubishi Galant?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 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 1999 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.