2010 Mitsubishi Galant
Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2010
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 63 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 205 |
| 1995 | 209 |
| 1996 | 136 |
| 1997 | 80 |
| 1998 | 53 |
| 1999 | 215 |
| 2000 | 136 |
| 2001 | 151 |
| 2002 | 135 |
| 2003 | 126 |
| 2004 | 61 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2012 | 9 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
3 of 9 total reports mention: seat belts.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact was driving 35 MPH and crashed into the side of another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy nor did the seat belt restrain properly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-08
Also filed under Air bags
Air bags
3 of 9 total reports mention: air bags.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated that after accelerating from a stop light and attempting a right turn, the driver side air bag deployed without warning. The contact sustained injuries to the left hand as a result.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-01
My airbags released while driving on the highway. My safety was definitely at risk. My vehicle was inspected by the police on site and my car will also be inspected by the adjuster on my insurance claim.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-11
Suspension
1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.
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The contact owns a 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware that the vehicle was maneuvering abnormally and experienced a brief loss of control.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-28
Also filed under Structure
Structure
1 of 9 total reports mentions: structure.
Power train
1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-03-23Engine and engine cooling10V066000 Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2010 Galant vehicles. The automatic transmission oil cooler pipe assembly on some vehicles may have insufficient plating to prevent corrosion, if the…
Remedy: Dealers will have the aft oil cooler pipe assembly inspected. If insufficient plating is found during inspection, the dealer will replace the aft oil cooler pipe assembly with new parts containing…
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Mitsubishi Galant — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V066000 · Engine and engine cooling
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- Is the 2010 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 2010 Mitsubishi Galant?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 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.