2001 Mitsubishi Galant Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 11%of 151 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 57,050miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the body and structure of the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant, 11% of the 151 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 57,050 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My 2001 Mitsubishi Galant has been leaking very bad on both the driver and passanger side ever since I got it. I not only have to fold my pant legs when I ride in my car but it is also growing mold, which can't be healthy. It also has never had good exterior lighting. My headlights always seem dim and they point upward rather than at the road where they belong.”
NHTSA complaint #10348893, filed 2010-08, 90,000 miles“We purchased a new 2001 Mitsubishi Galant in december 2001. It is black. The car is now 3.5 year sold and the paint is turning white. It started to have a problem 3 months after purchase when the clear coat started to crack. They re-painted the roof. Now is is over the mileage for coverage under the warranty. The paint is fading so fast and turning white. Mitsubishi is giving us the run around. We have even contacted corporate and they push us off on someone regional that continues to give us the run around. …”
NHTSA complaint #10129656, filed 2005-07, 3,500 miles“Dt: while driving on the four lane highway, the car dropped on the passenger side causing the car to spin out of control. Went to the other side of the highway and stopped in the medium. Also the engine lights stayed on. Did take to the dealer and they said it was fix but the lights still are on. Called manufacturer and they were no help in these matters.”
NHTSA complaint #10120638, filed 2005-05, 57,101 miles“My mistibushi 2001 roof top, trunk and engine top start fading from about 2 years and it looks very bad it looks like a white color over back paint. It is like powder comes out from the paint. It just keep spreading and not stopping.”
NHTSA complaint #10277310, filed 2009-07, 80,000 miles“Mold had developed around the doors and windows of the vehicle and caused a horrendous smell. The mold spores caused the consumer to become sick for four months. The dealer was notified.”
NHTSA complaint #10044673, filed 2004-01, 28,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10235609Apr 24, 2023This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
- 10170852Jan 29, 2013This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
- 10170097Jan 15, 2013This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10014421Oct 1, 2002Door hard to open from inside.
- 10014198Sep 1, 2002Clicking noise at instrument panel.
- 10014197Sep 1, 2002Door hard to open from inside.
- 10014192Sep 1, 2002Buzz rattle at rear floor.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | 11% |
| 2009 | 4 | 25% |
| 2008 | 2 | 33% |
| 2007 | 2 | 8% |
| 2006 | 3 | 13% |
| 2005 | 6 | 23% |
| 2004 | 16 | 26% |
| 2003 | 21 | 17% |
| 2002 | 19 | 14% |
| 2001 | 16 | 11% |
| 2000 | 25 | 18% |
| 1999 | 16 | 7% |
| 1998 | 3 | 6% |
| 1997 | 2 | 3% |
| 1996 | 13 | 10% |
| 1995 | 3 | 1% |
| 1994 | 12 | 6% |
| 1991 | 1 | 2% |
| 1990 | 1 | 5% |
| 1989 | 1 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant
33 complaintsAir bags
31 complaintsEngine cooling
21 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
20 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsSuspension
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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