2004 Mitsubishi Galant Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 5%of 61 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 137,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, 5% of the 61 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 137,000 miles.
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.
“My check engine light was on when I took my 2004 Mitsubishi Galant to the dealership. I had them run a diagnostic check on it to determine why it would not go off. The service advisor told me that I needed a catalytic converter and that a recall had been issued in 2006 to correct the problem. This was the 1st time I had been made aware that there had been a recall issued. The dealer refused to repair the catalytic converter due to the expiration of the recall. I do not think this is fair treatment. I was never notified that there was a defect. …”
NHTSA complaint #10266195, filed 2009-04“The contact owns a 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle would sporadically slip into the neutral gear. The failure increased the risk of an injury. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the core line pressure in the transmission failed. The entire transmission needed to be replaced at the cost of $5,200. She is in the process of having the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer stated that because her vehicle exceeded its warranty, they would not assume any financial responsibility. The failure and current mileages were 137,000. …”
NHTSA complaint #10242001, filed 2008-09, 137,000 miles“Dt: the contact stated while backing out of driveway the button on the floor shifter popped off. She could not shift the vehicle into any gear. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and they replaced the button. Updated 01/25/06.”
NHTSA complaint #10145808, filed 2005-12Related service bulletins
- 10170074Aug 28, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170071Jul 22, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170096Mar 5, 2013This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170100Feb 6, 2013This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170086Nov 1, 2012This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10021743May 1, 2007Reprogramming the pcm drivability or sensitivity issues can be corrected.
- 10019606Feb 1, 2006Tcl light on and diagnostic trouble code u1120-2004-on galant & endeavor, 2006-on eclipse.
- 10016754Jul 1, 20052-3 SHIFT FLARE.
- 10015258Feb 1, 2005Powertrain control module (pcm) reprogramming for diagnostic trouble code (dtc p0174).
- 10014360May 1, 2004Sportronic shift inoperative.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 | 11% |
| 2010 | 1 | 11% |
| 2009 | 1 | 6% |
| 2007 | 1 | 4% |
| 2006 | 1 | 4% |
| 2004 | 3 | 5% |
| 2003 | 6 | 5% |
| 2002 | 3 | 2% |
| 2001 | 20 | 13% |
| 2000 | 3 | 2% |
| 1999 | 16 | 7% |
| 1998 | 12 | 23% |
| 1997 | 15 | 19% |
| 1996 | 36 | 26% |
| 1995 | 29 | 14% |
| 1994 | 25 | 13% |
| 1992 | 23 | 59% |
| 1991 | 39 | 62% |
| 1990 | 9 | 43% |
| 1989 | 4 | 21% |
| 1987 | 2 | 22% |
Other parts of the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
16 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
11 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 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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