MYRModel Year Report

2004 Mitsubishi Galant

▲ Better than typical
2004 Mitsubishi Galant
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:36:50.875Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mitsubishi Galant Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 4 complaints 1987: 9 complaints 1988: 7 complaints 1989: 19 complaints 1989 1990: 21 complaints 1991: 63 complaints 1992: 39 complaints 1993: 9 complaints 1993 1994: 198 complaints 1995: 209 complaints 1996: 136 complaints 1997: 80 complaints 1997 1998: 53 complaints 1999: 215 complaints 2000: 136 complaints 2001: 151 complaints 2001 2002: 135 complaints 2003: 126 complaints 2004: 61 complaints 2004 2005: 26 complaints 2005 2006: 24 complaints 2007: 24 complaints 2008: 6 complaints 2009: 16 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 9 complaints 2012
2004: 61 complaints
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YearComplaints
19850
19864
19879
19887
198919
199021
199163
199239
19939
1994198
1995209
1996136
199780
199853
1999215
2000136
2001151
2002135
2003126
200461
200526
200624
200724
20086
200916
20109
20113
20129

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STRUCTURE 11%

11% of complaints: structure — 7 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 10%

10% of complaints: structure — 6 distinct reports on file.

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THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR PANEL GETS CAUGHT ON THE B PILLAR ALMOST EVERY TIME THE DOOR IS CLOSED MAKING IT NEAR IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120808

AIR BAGS 7%

7% of complaints: air bags — 4 distinct reports on file.

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SRS LIGHT REMAINS ON . After repairs at Pep Boys due to drained alternator from after market security system light remains on

NHTSA ODI report, 20220709

PASSAGER SIDE AIRBAGIS COMING OUT LOOK LIKE IT MAY BLOW OUT ANY DAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171103

VISIBILITY 5%

5% of complaints: visibility — 3 distinct reports on file.

VISIBILITY/WIPER 5%

5% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 3 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20080902 — electrical system

MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 73,000 MY 2004-2006 GALLANT PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING VEHICLE USE, THE IGNITION KEY INTERLOCK CABLE (WHICH IS A COMPONENT OF THE INTERLOCK SYSTEM) MAY ALLOW THE INTERLOCKING

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CORRECT THESE VEHICLES FOR THE REPORTED CONDITION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.

Campaign 08V276000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Mitsubishi Galant — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08V276000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1992 ▲ 1998 ▲ 1991

WORST YEARS

◆ 1999 ◆ 1995 ◆ 1994

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FAQ

Is the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.