MYRModel Year Report

1991 Mitsubishi Galant

▲ Better than typical
1991 Mitsubishi Galant
RENDERED 2026-10-31T18:20:11.034Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
63
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

63% of complaints

Complaints per year

1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 9 complaints 1988: 7 complaints 1989: 19 complaints 1990: 21 complaints 1991: 63 complaints 1991 63 1992: 39 complaints 1993: 9 complaints 1994: 205 complaints 1995: 209 complaints 1996: 136 complaints 1997: 80 complaints 1998: 53 complaints 1998 1999: 215 complaints 2000: 136 complaints 2001: 151 complaints 2002: 135 complaints 2002 2003: 126 complaints 2004: 61 complaints 2005: 26 complaints 2006: 24 complaints 2006 2007: 24 complaints 2008: 6 complaints 2009: 16 complaints 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 9 complaints
1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 9 complaints 1988: 7 complaints 1988 1989: 19 complaints 1990: 21 complaints 1991: 63 complaints 1991 63 1992: 39 complaints 1993: 9 complaints 1994: 205 complaints 1994 1995: 209 complaints 1996: 136 complaints 1996 1997: 80 complaints 1998: 53 complaints 1998 1999: 215 complaints 2000: 136 complaints 2000 2001: 151 complaints 2002: 135 complaints 2002 2003: 126 complaints 2004: 61 complaints 2004 2005: 26 complaints 2006: 24 complaints 2006 2007: 24 complaints 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 16 complaints 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 9 complaints 2012
1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 9 complaints 1988: 7 complaints 1988 1989: 19 complaints 1990: 21 complaints 1990 1991: 63 complaints 1991 63 1992: 39 complaints 1992 1993: 9 complaints 1994: 205 complaints 1994 1995: 209 complaints 1996: 136 complaints 1996 1997: 80 complaints 1998: 53 complaints 1998 1999: 215 complaints 2000: 136 complaints 2000 2001: 151 complaints 2002: 135 complaints 2002 2003: 126 complaints 2004: 61 complaints 2004 2005: 26 complaints 2006: 24 complaints 2006 2007: 24 complaints 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 16 complaints 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 9 complaints 2012

1991: 63 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19850
19864
19879
19887
198919
199021
199163
199239
19939
1994205
1995209
1996136
199780
199853
1999215
2000136
2001151
2002135
2003126
200461
200526
200624
200724
20086
200916
20109
20113
20129

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

63% · 40 reports

Most commonly citing column shift and automatic transmission.

CRASH
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Front axles failed, causing loss of control.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-03-10

Required replacement of both front axles in 1991 Mitsubishi Galant after only 55,577 miles.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-09-04

Vehicle had a recall done on vehicle regarding transfer case a few years ago. Currently, problem has reoccurred again. Transfer case will lock up while consumer is driving. Please provide further…

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-23

Electrical system

16% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing module and ignition.

FIRE
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Vehicle stalled and driver coasted to side/parking lot. Went to make call came back and vehicle was on fire. Please describe details. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-14

Engine and engine cooling

13% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

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I want to file a complain about the ECU failure of my 91 Mitsubishi Galant. I bought this car used three years ago. Recently, the check engine light came on, the error code showed a bad barometric pressure sensor.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-28

Service brakes

13% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Visibility

5% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing windshield and power window devices and controls.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1995-03-10Engineering analysisClosed 1995-08-01 Takata seat belt buckle failure
  2. I
    1998-01-30Engineering analysisClosed 1998-04-30 Transfer case lockup
  3. I
    1998-05-11Recall queryClosed 1998-08-28 Transfer case leakage
  4. R
    1998-09-25Power train98V168000 Vehicle description: all wheel drive passenger vehicles. Lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for adequacy of the transfer case oil volume, transfer case oil leakage, and operational degradation of the transfer case mechanism. If oil volume is insufficient…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Mitsubishi Galant — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 40 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 98V168000 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1991 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Mitsubishi Galant is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Mitsubishi Galant?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Mitsubishi Galant have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.