My airbags released while driving on the highway. My safety was definitely at risk. My vehicle was inspected by the police on site and my car will also be inspected by the adjuster on my insurance claim. There were no prior warning signs on the car prior to the situation and I was told the vehicle was in great condition when I purchased it second hand.
The worst 2010 Mitsubishi Galant problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags3
- Seat belts3
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags3
- Seat belts3
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
Recalls 1
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
- What is wrong
- Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2010 galant vehicles. The automatic transmission oil cooler pipe assembly on some vehicles may have insufficient plating to prevent corrosion, if the pipe should develop a hole due to corrosion, automatic transmission fluid leakage may occur.
- Risk
- Atf in the presence of an ignition source may result in a potential fire hazard.
- Remedy
- Dealers will have the aft oil cooler pipe assembly inspected. If insufficient plating is found during inspection, the dealer will replace the aft oil cooler pipe assembly with new parts containing appropriate anti-corrosion plating. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during march 2010. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1‑800‑222‑0037.
Recall number 10V066000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant 38
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 is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a
- This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory...
- 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 Bulletin sent to dealers
2010 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 | 21 | 30 | 24 |
What 2010 Mitsubishi Galant owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware that the vehicle was maneuvering abnormally and experienced a brief loss of control. The contact stated that while attempting to turn or slow the vehicle, the front end briefly swayed from left to right, then pulled in one direction. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed failures with both the control arms and the crossmember. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V279000 (Structure, Suspension) but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 179,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mitsubishi galant. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact heard a loud noise and the engine lost power. The vehicle would not exceed 20 MPH. The contact pulled the vehicle over and had it towed back home. The contact called oakland mitsubishi (2428 webster st, oakland, ca 94612, (510) 267-0688), but had not been able to have the vehicle towed to the dealer yet. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 166,607.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that the passenger side seat belt failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the seat belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage and VIN were not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mitsubishi galant. While stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle was rear ended by an oncoming vehicle. The contact stated that the seat belt restraint system failed. The contact sustained injuries to the neck and back that required medical attention. There was no police report filed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was repaired. The details of the repairs were unknown. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
Had trouble changing gears from park to drive felt like it was getting stuck and I had to jerk it to be able to switch gears. Once I was able to switch the gear into drive and started driving the nutrual light began to flash and my car would not pick up speed. I later found out that my snap ring/wave spring had broke and the metal pieces went into the filter clogging it up and damaging the pipe causing me to need a new/rebuilt transmission. I was told that this is common for the galants.
Mitsubishi updates their maps for the galant every 1.5 years, however the maps used to update are old maps. For example, the april 2013 version has maps from 2011.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mitsubishi galant. The contact was driving 35 MPH and crashed into the side of another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy nor did the seat belt restrain properly. The contact was thrown forward abruptly and sustained injuries to the neck. The vehicle was destroyed. A police report was not filed of the incident. The failure and current mileage was 70,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that after accelerating from a stop light and attempting a right turn, the driver side air bag deployed without warning. The contact sustained injuries to the left hand as a result. The police were not contacted. The contact was later transported to the hospital for treatment. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic for the erroneous air bag deployment. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were approximately 46,883. Updated 12/21/12*lj updated 1/4/2013
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Questions about the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
Is the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?
Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant, fewer than a typical Galant model year.
What is the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant year score?
The 2010 Mitsubishi Galant scores 89 out of 100 (good). 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 2010 Mitsubishi Galant?
Airbags, with 3 complaints. Next is seat belts (3).
How many recalls does the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
What year does the Mitsubishi Galant have bad airbags?
The Mitsubishi Galant model years with the most airbags complaints are 1994 (35 complaints), 2001 (31 complaints) and 1995 (30 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant get?
Official estimates for the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant range from 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 21 city and 30 highway.
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