1996 Mitsubishi Galant structure problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 1996 Mitsubishi Galant — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1996 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that routine maintenance was being performed on the vehicle when she was notified that the frame was corroded. The mechanic stated that the vehicle needed to be destroyed and was no longer safe to operate. The damage was beyond…”
filed Apr 26, 2012
“Tl*the contact owns a 1996 mitsubishi galant. While attempting to change a flat tire, the jack went straight through the frame while the vehicle was being lifted. The contact had the vehicle towed to a shop and they informed him that there was excessive rust in the rear subframe. The contact sold…”
filed May 13, 2008
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Structure problems in other Galant years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 Galant | 2 | 8% |
| 2006 Galant | 3 | 13% |
| 2005 Galant | 6 | 23% |
| 2004 Galant | 16 | 26% |
| 2003 Galant | 21 | 17% |
| 2002 Galant | 19 | 14% |
| 2001 Galant | 16 | 11% |
| 2000 Galant | 25 | 18% |
| 1999 Galant | 16 | 7% |
| 1998 Galant | 3 | 6% |
| 1997 Galant | 2 | 3% |
| 1995 Galant | 3 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.