MYRModel Year Report

1992 Mitsubishi Galant

▲ Better than typical
1992 Mitsubishi Galant
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:46:22.391Z

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
39
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1992

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

62% of complaints

Complaints per year

1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 9 complaints 1988: 7 complaints 1989: 19 complaints 1990: 21 complaints 1991: 63 complaints 1992: 39 complaints 1992 39 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 1990 1991: 63 complaints 1992: 39 complaints 1992 39 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 1992: 39 complaints 1992 39 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

1992: 39 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

62% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing column shift and transfer case (4-wheel drive).

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Failure of the transmission; when driving the vehicle the transmission changes gears.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-12

Engine and engine cooling

10% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE
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1992 Mitsubishi Galant caught fire in the engine compartment. *kb a new engine had been install 3000 miles prior to the fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-09-22

Electrical system

10% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing module and interior/under dash.

FIRE
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Electrical short in the battery cable, causingthe vehicle to catch on fire under the hood.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-02-04

Consumer states that vehicle will not start. Had vehicle serviced this was a result off the main computer control module malfunctioning. Had it replaced problem reaccured.…

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-18

Fuel system, gasoline

5% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

Service brakes

5% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1998-01-30Engineering analysisClosed 1998-04-30 Transfer case lockup
  2. I
    1998-05-11Recall queryClosed 1998-08-28 Transfer case leakage
  3. 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

1992 Mitsubishi Galant — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 24 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 4 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 1992 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Mitsubishi Galant is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Mitsubishi Galant?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 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.