MYRModel Year Report

2008 Mitsubishi Galant

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2008 Mitsubishi Galant
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:04:05.888Z

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mitsubishi Galant Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 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 2005: 26 complaints 2005 2006: 24 complaints 2007: 24 complaints 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 16 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 9 complaints 2012
2008: 6 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

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

2 of 6 total reports mention: engine.

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The engine died and fuel system does not work.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231013

THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THIS TIME BOTH, FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT BANK CONVERTERS HAVE GONE OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170614

SUSPENSION

1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.

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I HAVE TROUBLE WITH STARTING THE CAR REPETITIVE ISSUE NEEDS A RECALL, THE STEERING WHEEL NEEDS A RECALL. THE ELECTRIC WINDOWS DONT WORK PROPERLY NEED A RECALL. PAINT JOB IS VERY FADED AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED AS WELL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190912

STRUCTURE

1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.

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THE DOOR PANELS ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE POP OUT CAUSING DOOR TO GERMANY JAMMED. NEED TO RECALL

NHTSA ODI report, 20160607

STRUCTURE

1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.

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THE DOOR PANEL ON THE DRIVERS SIDE POPS OUT, THEREFORE JAMMING THE DOOR IN THE CLOSED POSITION. THE PLASTIC CLIPS OR TAPS SEEM TO BE DEFECTIVE AND UNABLE TO HOLD THE PANEL IN PLACE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20080508

STEERING

1 of 6 total reports mentions: steering.

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I HAVE TROUBLE WITH STARTING THE CAR REPETITIVE ISSUE NEEDS A RECALL, THE STEERING WHEEL NEEDS A RECALL. THE ELECTRIC WINDOWS DONT WORK PROPERLY NEED A RECALL. PAINT JOB IS VERY FADED AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED AS WELL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190912

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Mitsubishi Galant — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1992 ▲ 1998 ▲ 2004

WORST YEARS

◆ 1999 ◆ 1995 ◆ 1994

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FAQ

Is the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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