2003 Mitsubishi Galant visibility problems

Filed Aug 4, 2014 · Electrical, Visibility · 87,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that while traveling at approximately 40 MPH, the defroster failed to activate. The contact attempted to use the temperature controls and suddenly there was an abnormal noise. The failure occurred when the defroster, A/C, or heater was activated. As a result, the contact's visibility was impaired. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000.

Filed Jan 21, 2014 · Visibility · 150,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the heat control module was activated but cold air began to circulate out of the vents. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was awaiting a diagnosis of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Jul 8, 2013 · Visibility · 128,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that there was a clicking noise coming from the vents after switching the temperature gauge from cold to hot. The contact also mentioned that the hot air failed to engage. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000 and the current mileage was 135,000.

Filed Sep 8, 2011 · Visibility · RI

In the late winter of 2011 my car heater began to make strange noises then would work fine. Soon after that happened, the heat stopped working. Only cold air would push through the system. I understand that the AC is not considered a necessity, but I beg to differ on heat, considering our technological state. A heater keeps windows defrosted and clear of humidity that would otherwise cloud vision or worse, completely hinder total visibility. The idea of having heat in a car seems like a luxury but, in reality it is really a basic driving need. There is absolutely no excuse as to why a consumer should pay $20,000, brand new, for a car that's heater is all too often broke before 60,000 miles. The cost of repair can easily cost $1000, due to the labor. There have been accounts of them breaking again, one year later. The heater system needs to be researched and addressed in the 03' galants. It keeps the windows clear so consumers can safely drive their car.

Filed Dec 8, 2010 · Electrical, Visibility · MD

Heat stopped working due to a faulty heat control valve. First it started making a clicking noise and now I have no heat at all.

Filed Oct 13, 2010 · Visibility · 59,600 miles · MN

The heater control valve began making clicking noises about a month ago in my 2003 mitsubishi galant v6 ls. The car has only 59,000 miles on it. Then this morning with outside temperate of 41 degrees here in minneapolis the heat would not turn on. The heater control valve is now stuck in the cold mode. I had to drive my 2 year old to day care in a cold car. The replacement cost by the dealer is $1000. The internet finding shows most galant owners have had failed heater control valve. This can put drivers in unsafe situations because we can not defrost the windshield when its cold outside.

Filed Sep 21, 2010 · Engine, Visibility · 75,000 miles · ID

2003 galant es. V-6 motor. Had to replace heater control valve due to no heat. Clicking noise from time to time then nothing as well as no heat. No sooner did I replace that and then heat selector quit working. Can not change from vents to defrost. Mechanic said heater box warped and cost about 2500.00 to fix this. Now pulling into the driveway, the radiator burst open on the front side. About a 4 inch opening just to the right side of cap if you are facing the car. Mechanic has said all of this is very common in these cars and mitsubishi should have done something to take care of these problems as every galant made has had same issues..

Filed Oct 14, 2009 · Visibility · WI

I have a 2003 galant and my heater has failed there is air blowing but it's not hot. When I turn the dial from cold to hot it was making a rattling sound which I thought it might be in the vent area, thinking maybe it was just not turning. Come to find out it's the heater core and it's over $500 to repair. I think this is ridiculous I have seen many complaints online dating back to 2006 and I believe that mitsubishi should recall this problem and take responsibility.

Filed Oct 4, 2009 · Visibility · PA

For a while the AC and heater fan has been making a "rubbing" sound within the dashboard in my 2003 mitsubishi galant. A few months later, the heat in the car had totally stopped working. As it gets colder outside, the windshield fogs and without heat, there is no way to defrost it causing inability to see clearly through the windshield. This problem can obviously lead to car accidents. The part has not yet been replaced but is currently being looked into.

Filed May 30, 2009 · Electrical, Visibility · 80,000 miles · NC

The problem started about a year ago. The constant rattling sound behind the dashboard when you first turn on the heat. After about 10-15 secs it stops. Then eventually the rattling sound stops completely when you turn on the heat and so does the heat and the defroster. I lost heat the first time back around december of 2008. It came back on within two weeks and stayed on during the winter. Around the first of may, I lost heat again and it has not been back on since.