1996 Mitsubishi Galant Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 5%of 136 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, 5% of the 136 complaints for this model year. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have had nothing but problems with my sun roof, brakes, gas, acceleration and over heating of my car. My sun roof about every other month something goes wrong with it every time I open it. My breaks have been replaced about 4 or 5 times because the wear out quick. When I break my tiers skip the car stops but the tiers keep turning. My gas is gone quick and I only drive here in town from work to home to daycare. …”
NHTSA complaint #10088235, filed 2004-08“While driving on the highway at about 50mph accelerator stuck and could not be pulled up or jiggled loose. The engine as a result was revving in the red zone for about a minute while it was decided to put the car into neutral, brake, pull over & turn the car off. The car was stopped a mere 100 yards from a traffic jam due to construction. This could have LED t o a fatal accident had nathan not had the presence of mind to do what he did. …”
NHTSA complaint #736515, filed 2000-11“When driving with cruise control turned off, and upon depressing the brake pedal, and making a left hand turn, vehicle accelerated at a high rate of speed. Then, came to a complete stop. Consumer contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #861018, filed 2000-04“Consumer was driving on the street approximately 35mph with foot on gas pedal. Gas pedal became stuck. Vehicle started to accelerate, driver lost control, and crashed into a building. Consumer had internal injuries.”
NHTSA complaint #858309, filed 2000-03“Braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping and a noise which may cause a crash. Also, engine idles and the accelerator screeches which may cause a crash. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #857961, filed 2000-03Vehicle speed control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 | 4% |
| 2005 | 1 | 4% |
| 2004 | 2 | 3% |
| 2003 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 8 | 5% |
| 2000 | 3 | 2% |
| 1999 | 9 | 4% |
| 1998 | 2 | 4% |
| 1997 | 2 | 3% |
| 1996 | 7 | 5% |
| 1995 | 10 | 5% |
| 1994 | 5 | 3% |
| 1991 | 1 | 2% |
| 1990 | 2 | 10% |
| 1989 | 2 | 11% |
Other parts of the 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
36 complaintsBrakes
30 complaintsAir bags
20 complaintsSuspension
19 complaintsEngine cooling
16 complaintsBody and structure
13 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsFuel system
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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