1999 Mitsubishi Galant Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 2%of 215 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 126,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the visibility of the 1999 Mitsubishi Galant, 2% of the 215 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 126,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“The contact stated the windshield wiper/washer switch/wiring is broke. There is an NHTSA recall, #99v305001 concerning the windshield wiper/washer: switch; wiring however the recall did not correct the problem. The vehicle is having the same problems again. The hub caps also will not stay on. The contact has replaced numerous hubcaps. The dealer does not offer a solution, therefore, there have been no repairs to the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10152129, filed 2006-03, 144,674 miles“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. …”
NHTSA complaint #10171170, filed 2006-10, 126,000 miles“Windshiled fogged up and there was poor visibility. Consumer has been trying to get answers from the dealer, but there was no response. Consumer called manufacturer, and was told there was solution that was sprayed on the seal before the windshield was put in. When the heat hit it, the windshield fogged up. Nothing could be done to remedy the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #865312, filed 2000-07Related recalls
- 99V305001Nov 1, 1999Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The column switch levers can become loose or break over time.Covers: Mitsubishi Galant 1999–2000, Eclipse 2000
Related service bulletins
- 10170074Aug 28, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170087Dec 7, 2012This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 | 11% |
| 2007 | 1 | 4% |
| 2006 | 3 | 13% |
| 2005 | 1 | 4% |
| 2004 | 11 | 18% |
| 2003 | 46 | 37% |
| 2002 | 21 | 16% |
| 2001 | 3 | 2% |
| 2000 | 6 | 4% |
| 1999 | 5 | 2% |
| 1998 | 2 | 4% |
| 1997 | 2 | 3% |
| 1996 | 8 | 6% |
| 1995 | 12 | 6% |
| 1994 | 10 | 5% |
| 1991 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
96 complaintsSuspension
26 complaintsElectrical system
21 complaintsBody and structure
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsSteering
15 complaintsEngine cooling
13 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsWheels
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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