MYRModel Year Report

1997 Mitsubishi Galant

▲ Better than typical
1997 Mitsubishi Galant
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:57:52.251Z

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
80
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1997

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Suspension

24% of complaints

Complaints per year

1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 9 complaints 1988: 7 complaints 1989: 19 complaints 1990: 21 complaints 1990 1991: 63 complaints 1992: 39 complaints 1993: 9 complaints 1994: 205 complaints 1995: 209 complaints 1996: 136 complaints 1997: 80 complaints 1997 80 1998: 53 complaints 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 1993: 9 complaints 1994: 205 complaints 1994 1995: 209 complaints 1996: 136 complaints 1997: 80 complaints 1997 80 1998: 53 complaints 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 1993: 9 complaints 1994: 205 complaints 1994 1995: 209 complaints 1996: 136 complaints 1996 1997: 80 complaints 1997 80 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

1997: 80 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.

Suspension

24% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing lower ball joint and front.

Show complaint excerpts

I purchased a used car in 2004.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-30

Service brakes

23% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH

Power train

19% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and floor shift.

Show complaint excerpts

I was at a stop sign and I pressed on the gas, all of a sudden the car just stopped moving. I put the car in park, shut it off, turned it back on, shifted it into drive, and it would not move, it seemed like it was stuck in neutral.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-18

Also filed under Engine

Engine and engine cooling

15% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and belts and associated pulleys.

Steering

11% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing tie rod assembly and rack and pinion.

CRASH

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2001-04-02Suspension00V421001 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…

    Remedy: 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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2007-11-19Fuel system, gasoline07E055000 Certain airtex fuel pump module assemblies, p/n E7081H, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. The wall of the flared fitting of the fuel pump is not thick enough to…

    Remedy: Airtex will notify owners and replace the fuel pumps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2007. Owners can contact airtex automotive at 800-880-3056.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1997 Mitsubishi Galant — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 18 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 15 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 00V421001 · Suspension
  • Recall 07E055000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1997 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Mitsubishi Galant?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Mitsubishi Galant have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

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