Fuel filler tube is rusted through and it leaks while fueling the car. Puddles underneath the car.
The worst 2006 Mitsubishi Galant problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical9
- Airbags5
- Brakes4
- Body3
- Lights3
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Electrical9
- Airbags5
- Brakes4
- Body3
- Lights3
- Visibility3
- Steering2
- Acceleration1
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
- Transmission1
- Wheels1
Recalls 1
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Mitsubishi is recalling 45,988 my 2005-2007 endeavor, galant, eclipse coupe, and my 2007 eclipse spyder vehicles. The bracket that is the attachment point for the left rear fuel tank mounting strap may have been improperly formed during a metal stamping process. The process may have caused the metal to have a split in the area where the bolt that holds one of the two fuel tank straps to the underside of the vehicle is located. In the event the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is subject to a severe collision, the bracket may break and allow the fuel tank to drop down, possibly causing a fuel leak.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect to see if the left rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket has splitting beyond a specific limit. Vehicles with moderate to severe splitting will be repaired using a reinforcement cap, a special structural adhesive, and a rivet to reinforce the fuel tank mounting bracket. The recall began on september 20, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1‑800‑222‑0037.
Recall number 08V454000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant 41
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd...
- This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load...
- This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of...
- This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd...
- This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew...
- This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers
- This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers
- This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
- This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio...
2006 Mitsubishi Galant fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4‑cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 |
| 3.8L 6‑cyl | FWD | 16 | 25 | 19 |
What 2006 Mitsubishi Galant owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I was in an accident I went down a ditch I hit a tree and the airbag did not display I want to know if there was a recall on the airbag because my airbag did not came out when I was in that bad accident and I didn't the front of my car
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that the rear passenger side brake light would not operate. The contact discovered that the passenger side brake light wire was melted. The wire harness was replaced and the failure was remedied. Approximately 8 months later, the rear driver side brake light would not operate. The contact discovered that the driver side brake light wire harness had also melted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was unavailable.
In hot weather the doors stick causing the outer door and inner panel to separate making it unable to be opened from outside nor inside. Have to keep pushing on door to make it unstuck before you can enter or get out. Large risk of being stuck inside car in heat.
The key casing seems to fall apart after a short while, my concern is if this happens while driving will it "kill" the entire system, has this been questioned before?
I have heard noise before coming thru the passenger side door. Radio speaker stopped working, then smoking from passenger side door in the door handle. I fear for my children's safety.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the key housing assembly became detached from the key, causing the vehicle to stall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they stated that the key housing assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000. The VIN was unavailable.
The dashboard passenger side has come loose from behind glove box. This houses the air bag could prevent proper deployment or dangerous deployment.
The wheel covers on my car flew off random times going down the interstate. Tires were in good condition but it seems that anytime I went over 70mph I would lose a hubcap. This could cause an accident or car damage. Headliner in back window has started to come down blocking rear view. The dashboard passenger side has come loose from behind glove box. This houses the air bag could prevent proper deployment or dangerous deployment if its ever needed. Lastly, the clear coat on the trunk has chipped away. I know at one point there was a recall on (black) cars for this specific reason. Except my car is gold. :( on the positive note the engine and transmission have been great.
I lost control of the vehicle swerved out of control and rolled over and the side airbags did not deploy.
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Questions about the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
Is the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?
Owners have filed 24 complaints about the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, close to a typical Galant model year.
What is the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant year score?
The 2006 Mitsubishi Galant scores 75 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mitsubishi Galant: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant?
Electrical system, with 9 complaints, typically around 65,000 miles. Next is airbags (5).
How many recalls does the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant have?
1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.
What year does the Mitsubishi Galant have the most electrical problems?
The Mitsubishi Galant model years with the most electrical complaints are 2002 (26 complaints), 2000 (21 complaints) and 1999 (19 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant get?
Official estimates for the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant range from 19 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 20 city and 27 highway.
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