2012 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
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2012: 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.
Wheels
3 of 9 total reports mention: wheels.
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Lug nuts on these tires begin to loosen them selves within 1000 miles. My lug nuts will randomly fall off and need replaced. I can always tell my tires about to fall off when you use the break and they sound like they are going out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-02-08
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the contact noticed a tumbling sound from the front passenger side wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-25
Engine
2 of 9 total reports mention: engine.
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I have a 2012 mish. Galante and on multiple times my car has stalled out with exceleration fron a dead stop while trying to cross through intersection and making turn.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-06-22
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated that after accelerating and making a right turn, the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred twice.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-09-05
Visibility
1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility.
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The driver window is breaking without cause. Has happened on more than one occasion. Did not take picture. But insurance fixed the most recent shattering incident--so if picture needed can obtain in the future.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-05-14
Also filed under Electrical system
Power train
1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train.
Electronic stability control (esc)
1 of 9 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2012 Mitsubishi Galant — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2012 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 2012 Mitsubishi Galant?
- The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.