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1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant problems

It has fewer complaints than a typical Galant model year.

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Owner complaints
1
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
12

The worst 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant problems

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Recalls 3

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)Reported August 10, 2000 · 2,996 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A nut in the steering gear assembly was not properly tightened, resulting in symptoms ranging from steering wheel vibration to stiff steering, and in the worst case, no ability to turn left.
Risk
A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection is found.

Recall number 00V225003 · Recall details

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesReported November 23, 1999 · 532 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with v6 engines and federal emission equipment. The battery cable harness can become heat damaged by the front exhaust manifold which could cause grounded circuits.
Risk
This circuit failure could cause any of the following to occur: (1) the engine will not start because the main fuse will blow if the power lead is grounded; (2) the low oil pressure warning lamp will illuminate if the signal wire is grounded; (3) the airconditioning system will become inoperative if the lead to the magnetic clutch is grounded; and (4) the turn signal/hazard lamps will become inoperative if the voltage monitor lead is grounded.
Remedy
Dealers will remove and discard a metal manifold bracket (from galant models only - eclipse has no such bracket). Dealers will also inspect the harness. If the harness wires show no damage, the dealer will install a heat insulator along with heat resistant harness clips. If the harness wires do show damage, the dealers will install a new harness with preinstalled integral heat protection.

Recall number 99V333002 · Recall details

Exterior lighting: turn signal: switchReported November 1, 1999 · 2,543 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The column switch levers can become loose or break over time.
Risk
Loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.
Remedy
Dealers will install a redesigned switch.

Recall number 99V305002 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant 12

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant owners say

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Filed Sep 26, 2007 · DC

1999 mitsubishi galant with four recalls. Customer states that he found four recalls online. He said he called the dealer and they told him there were none for his car.

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Questions about the 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant

Is the 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant, fewer than a typical Galant model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant have?

3 recalls, covering steering, electrical system and exterior lighting.

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