2010 Mitsubishi Galant Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Galant years
- Not enough data 15th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. That ranks 15th out of 18 Galant model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (3 complaints, 33%), typically at around 58,442 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 9owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2010 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 33% | 58,442 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 33% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 11% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 11% | 166,607 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 11% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 11% | 121,345 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 11% | 179,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 11% | 179,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2010 Mitsubishi Galant recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Problem: Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2010 galant vehicles. The automatic transmission oil cooler pipe assembly on some vehicles may have insufficient plating to prevent corrosion, if the pipe should develop a hole due to corrosion, automatic transmission fluid leakage may occur.
Risk: Atf in the presence of an ignition source may result in a potential fire hazard.
Fix: Dealers will have the aft oil cooler pipe assembly inspected. If insufficient plating is found during inspection, the dealer will replace the aft oil cooler pipe assembly with new parts containing appropriate anti-corrosion plating. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during march 2010. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
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.
My airbags released while driving on the highway. My safety was definitely at risk. My vehicle was inspected by the police on site and my car will also be inspected by the adjuster on my insurance claim. There were no prior warning signs on the car prior to the situation and I was told the vehicle…
The contact owns a 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware that the vehicle was maneuvering abnormally and experienced a brief loss of control. The contact stated that while attempting to turn or slow the vehicle, the front end briefly…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI GALANT. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE ENGINE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT EXCEED 20 MPH. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND HAD IT TOWED BACK HOME. THE CONTACT CALLED OAKLAND MITSUBISHI (2428 WEBSTER ST…
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that the passenger side seat belt failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the seat belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mitsubishi galant. While stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle was rear ended by an oncoming vehicle. The contact stated that the seat belt restraint system failed. The contact sustained injuries to the neck and back that required medical attention. There was no police…
Other Mitsubishi Galant years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Galant | 9 | 0 |
| 2011 Galant | 3 | 0 |
| 2010 | 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 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 2010 Mitsubishi Galant?
Owners most often report air bags, seat belts, electrical system problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2010 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 2010 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.