Mitsubishi Galant won't start problems

Filed Dec 21, 2017 · Electrical, Fuel system · 165,000 miles · CA

I am disabled by my own factory alarm. The car will not start because my ecu was defective and I replaced it with a used one and took it to the dealer to program my key to the replacement ecu and the key still doesn't work even though I am getting a p1610 trouble code for immobilizer malfunction which is due to an ecu not recognizing the key. Even the dealor can't get the car to start. The manufacturer got the immobilizer system too advanced that it's locking their car owner's out of their own car! This is unacceptable.

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 Oct 16, 2010 · Electrical · 212,600 miles · NC

I own a 2000 mitsubishi galant. For the last two months, I have been in and out of the repair shop. I am not a mechanic; however, I know that there is a problem in the electrical system. While driving, the car will just stop in the middle of the road. When it occurs, it will not start and has to be towed in. The first two times, the mechanic replaced the blown fuse. The last time, the ignition switch was replaced because the dealer said that it was bad. I thought that was the end until last night. The same thing has happened again. I am becoming frustrated over this matter. They need to find the problem and fix it. Other than this, I have not had major problems with the car. However, this situation concerns me because of the nature of it. This problem has made me change my mind regarding mitsubishi cars. I don't think I will buy another one. I am tired of them giving me the "run-around".

Filed Jun 4, 2010 · AR

I sprayed my 95 mitsubishi galant motor off and rinsed it off, it ran for about twenty minutes and then shut off. Now its just turning ad will not start.

Filed Apr 14, 2009 · Brakes, Transmission · 61,508 miles · FL

Transmission went out -repaired2-6-08,constantly replace battery,5-31-07 ,two times in 208,reprogram car it would not stay cranked,replaced radiator-208, left head light bulb is melted into socket ,light goes dim whole thing has to be replaced brakes kept making loud noise,still do some time12-14-06, six months later had to replace pads,steering wheel shakes when putting on brake,replace blinker switch-7-27-07,all lights on dash board goes off and on, started happening after first oil change-5-19-05, sensors alternator belt, p/s dolt,replaceradiator hose. Door handles and both mirrors,are discolored,looks like white glue,when I drive for about 30 minutes cut car off ,sometime it will not crank. I am still having problems and still paying for car and transmission repair. I was told by dealership and warranty co. These problems was not under warranty.

Filed Dec 22, 2007 · Electrical · 72,150 miles · NH · fire

My car would not start at all. After it being towed to a garage, they diagnosed the problem to be the electrical wiring harness. It was chafing against the engine and causing a short. When they replaced all the fuses the car sparked and smelled of smoke with small flames by the fuse box. The mechanic ended having to replace the harness. But said that this maybe a universal problem as my car is only a 2005 mitsubishi galant. Of course it has 72,000 miles so it is out of warranty.

Filed Oct 18, 2006 · Electrical, Visibility · 126,000 miles · SC

Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle did not start immediately upon turning the ignition. The warning lights illuminated briefly. Previously, the vehicle had been taken to 3 different private repair shops, who all determined the problem was with the starter. Each time, the starter was replaced, but the problem recurred. Also, a piece of the windshield wiper/washer switch detached from the switch itself, causing the washer to not function. The washer switch was not seen by a dealer, however, the manufacturer was contacted. There was a the federal safety agency recall # 99v305001, which pertains to the windshield wiper/washer switch. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. Updated 12/5/2006 -

Filed May 8, 2003 · Electrical · FL

The battery failed and as a result the vehicle would not start. The first battery was replaced 18 months ago. *ak

Filed Oct 18, 2002 · Electrical · AL

Consumer states that vehicle will not start. Had vehicle serviced this was a result off the main computer control module malfunctioning. Had it replaced problem reaccured. Mr

Filed Jul 1, 2002 · Electrical · CA

Car continues to have electrical issues -- will stall intermittently and sometimes will not start back up again.