1999-2003 Mitsubishi Galant: Recall History

Updated: 11/23/08

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1999-2003 Mitsubishi Galant 

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Learn about official auto recalls, reliability issues, and vehicle problems for the 1999-2003 Mitsubishi Galant directly from the NHTSA and manufacturers.

NHTSA Recall History

1998-03: Bilingual English/Spanish removable airbag warning labels on dashboard and sunvisor do meet size requirements.
1999-2000 w/V6: On certain cars, battery-cable wiring harness can become heat-damaged by front exhaust manifold, which could cause grounded circuits. This failure could cause any of the following to occur: (1) engine will not start because main fuse will blow if power lead is grounded; (2) low oil-pressure warning lamp will illuminate if signal wire is grounded; (3) air conditioner will become inoperative if lead to magnetic clutch is grounded; and (4) turn signal/hazard lamps will become inoperative if voltage-monitor lead is grounded.
1999-2000: Steering-column multifunction switch levers can become loose or break over time; loosening or cracking can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, headlamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously, and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.
2000: Power-steering pipe could wear through, allowing fluid leakage. Can result in a fire and continued loss of fluid will result in a loss of power assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
2001: Bulge in fuel tank on small number of vehicles resulted in thinning of material, increasing risk of fuel leakage.
2001: Harness for crankshaft position sensor could contact new protective shield, causing grounded circuit; prolonged contact could cause wiring insulation to wear and eventually to ground out, causing engine to die.
2001: Some incorrect driver's seat mounting bolts were installed.
2002: Front harness may be routed so that it comes into contact with a rough edge, possibly causing grounded circuits, loss of stop- or turn-signal lamp operation and/or engine hesitation.
2003: Excessive fuel pressure could lead to fuel leak and fire.
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