2001 Mitsubishi Galant: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant: 7 recalls, 151 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
7 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #00V299001 · 2000 · 6,037 vehicles
What's wrong: The harness for the crankshaft position sensor could come in contact with a new protective shield causing a grounded circuit.
Why it matters: Prolonged wiring harness contact with the heat shield will cause the wiring insulation to wear and eventually to ground out. This could cause the engine to die-out, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will re-route the crankshaft position sensor harness.
Electrical Vehicle recall #00V339000 · 2000 · 13,974 vehicles
What's wrong: The routing of the wiring harness under the right and left side of the rear seat could allow the harness to contact the body. The wires in each harness control the stop lamp circuit, back-up lamp circuit, and the turn lamp circuit.
Why it matters: If any of these wires become short-circuited, the interior lamps, turn signal lamps, and rear stop lamps could stop working. This would fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is turning or braking and could lead to a crash.
The fix: Dealers will re-route and secure the harnesses and, if necessary, repair any pre-existing wire insulation damage.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #00V320001 · 2000 · 10,510 vehicles
What's wrong: The outer layer only of this 3-layer fuel return hose does not contain the desired ozone protection due to a processing error.
Why it matters: This hose is considered to be inadequate.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel return hose.
Seats Vehicle recall #01V005001 · 2001 · 47 vehicles
What's wrong: A number of incorrect driver side seat mounting bolts were installed into vehicles.
Why it matters: The rear anchor bolts securing the driver's seat May not properly secure the seat and could increase the risk of driver injury in an accident.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the seat mounting bolts and then replace the bolts if necessary. Owner notification began February 15, 2001.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #01V011001 · 2001 · 277,227 vehicles
What's wrong: A hose was mis-manufactured and could weaken over time, which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid.
Why it matters: Fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe.
The fix: Dealers will replace the hose assembly for the automatic transmission oil cooler. Owner notification mailing will be phased over a five-month period starting March 26, through July 23, 2001.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #01V069000 · 2001 · 192 vehicles
What's wrong: A bulge in the fuel tank caused by the manufacturing process resulted in thinning of the material during a welding operation, increasing the risk of fuel leakage.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly. Owner notification began March 26, 2001.
Equipment Vehicle recall #04V428000 · 2004 · 100,432 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.
Why it matters: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
The fix: Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. In addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. This recall is…
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Exterior lights Equipment recall #09E025000 · 2009 · 42,540 vehicles
What's wrong: Dope, Inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Why it matters: Decreased lighting visibility May result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Dope, Inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on July 28, 2009.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 11 mention a fire, 22 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (31): the most common themes are fails to deploy (10), warning light on (2).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (29): the most common themes are noise or vibration (14).
- Engine & cooling (21): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (9), fire / smoke (6), noise or vibration (4).
- Transmission & drivetrain (20): the most common themes are noise or vibration (4), hard / delayed shifting (3).
The 2001 Mitsubishi Galant has 151 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 23 Galant model years for complaints (2.0× the average Galant year). Complaints peaked in 2002 (28 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 60,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2000 (136 complaints, 6 recalls), 2002 (135 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recalls for the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2001 Mitsubishi Galant problems?
Owners have filed 151 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (31), brakes (hydraulic) (29), engine & cooling (21).
What gas mileage does the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.