Mitsubishi Galant check engine light comes on

Filed Mar 27, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · IL

Check engine light suddenly came on and the vehicle lost all engine power and driving capabilities while driving at a low speed, turning a corner. There had been no other issues or indication of a failure of any kind. The car was pulled over on the roadside out of traffic and was able to be restarted with no problem. It was taken to a nearby auto parts store where they performed a free diagnostic check. The result that came back was generally regarding a vacuum issue in fuel system or lines. The gas cap lid and door were checked for proper closure and it was established they had been closed and sealed properly at the time the engine power failure occurred.

Filed Jan 26, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · 188,037 miles · GA

Check engine light came on and the car quit on me when I was driving it

Filed May 30, 2017 · Engine · 96,700 miles · CA

My check engine light was on; so the mechanic replaced the egr valve w/gassket. I have driven my car about 500 miles and it still does not pass the smog test. The oxygen sensor is not ready. I've been told that I need to drive the car more.

Filed Jan 8, 2015 · Engine · 32,000 miles · PA

I purchased this vehicle in 2009. Shortly after my purchase the check engine light came and I have the code read, which indicated the issue was the egr valve which affects emissions. The mechanic initially soaked the valve which worked for a while, but the check engine came on again. Same code, same problem, however soaking would not solve the problem. Mitsubishi no longer manufacturers the part, so had to be purchased after market. Total cost almost $700.00. Less than 1 year later, same problem, check light engine on, same code (p04 - I believe), another $700 and this time another mechanic told me mitsubishi issued a service alert in 2010, which I am unable to find. The service alert supposedly stated the issue lies in the programming, that no one is able to get done. So for the 3rd time in 6 years I'm looking to replace the same part, same issue. 2nd issue: replacement keys have to programmed by the dealership. The cheapest I've found is $294 to the highest $399.00. Ridiculous!!! Have to spend the money, because if for some reason the key I use breaks car will not start. What a rip off.

Filed Jul 8, 2014 · Engine · 201,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the check engine sensor light and brake sensor light illuminated and continued to flash off and on. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 201,000.

Filed Jan 22, 2013 · Acceleration · 119,955 miles · WA

On jan. 9, 2013, while I was backing up my mitsubishi galant 1998 (VIN # [xxx]) in my driveway, I noticed that the car started moving on its own and I had to keep my foot on the brake. After backing up, when I drove forward, my car seemed to be quite jumpy and wanted to lurch forwards. At a traffic light about half a mile from home, while I was stopped, I noticed that the car started moving forwards. I immediately slammed hard on the brake. This was extremely unusual and scary. Later while going down a hill, I could sense that the car was again quite jumpy and wanted to accelerate on its own. I stopped at a shop for something and then when I got back to the car and turned on the engine again, I noticed that the "check engine" light had just come on. I felt that the car was not safe and had it towed to klahanie chevron in issaquah, wa, very close to my house. I was later informed by them that the ??idle control motor?? For my car was malfunctioning and due to this I was experiencing all these car ??jumpiness?? Issues. The ??idle control motor?? Was replaced and now the car appears to be running fine. I have always been more than up to date with my car maintenance. The behavior of this car in which the car was accelerating on its own is dangerous and mitsubishi engineers should look into this for possible recall\remediation, since this can greatly endanger the lives of people in the car and anybody else sharing the road at that time. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Dec 7, 2012 · Engine · 159,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi galant. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the check engine warning lamp illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the crank shaft position sensor and the main ecu relay needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the remedy failed to repair the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 159,000.

Filed Nov 4, 2010 · Body, Engine · 90,000 miles · AZ

At about 50k miles both rear windows failed, went down on their own and won't go back up, I had to wedge them up to keep the in place. The paint on the rear bumper is oxidizing rapidly, this car has been parked in a garage for the entire time I have owned it. At about 90k miles I took my car in for a check engine light, it was a catalytic converter, I was told that the recall had expired and I would have to pay $1100 to replace the part. I sent an email to mitsubishi that was unreturned.

Filed Apr 21, 2009 · Transmission · GA

My check engine light was on when I took my 2004 mitsubishi galant to the dealership. I had them run a diagnostic check on it to determine why it would not go off. The service advisor told me that I needed a catalytic converter and that a recall had been issued in 2006 to correct the problem. This was the 1st time I had been made aware that there had been a recall issued. The dealer refused to repair the catalytic converter due to the expiration of the recall. I do not think this is fair treatment. I was never notified that there was a defect. The dealership reflashed the PCM free of charge but would not replace the catalytic converter. I would like the dealership to replace the catalytic converter.

Filed Dec 27, 2008 · Driver assistance, Electrical · NY

2001mitsubishi galant es, I want to drive a safe car with no fire or accidents,I found 7 recalls for this year and make I went to the mitsubishi at 34-54 44th.street long island city 718‑361‑6900 service advisor anthony serrone told me that there was no recall for my car and I made an appointment for 01/04/09 at 8:00 am to inspect my car for danger signs check engine light stays on all the time, I was told I need idle control module to be installed and noise from the bottom and braking makes rough sound and the smell of fuel in the car and feel heat from the bottom of the car.