2005 Mitsubishi Galant Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 23%of 26 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the body and structure of the 2005 Mitsubishi Galant, 23% of the 26 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 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.
“I have a 2006 Mitsubishi Galant that is out of warranty and only has 65k miles on the odometer. It a black Galant and the paint is fading in spots, it looks like oxydation is setting in, I've tried over the counter polishes to correct the problem to no avail. This imho, is a paint defect and I feel that Mitsubishi should correct the problem. The car looks like like crap now and I am not likely to purchase another Galant if this is not remedied.”
NHTSA complaint #10407186, filed 2011-06, 60,000 miles“I have a black 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. Within the past year the paint has been fading by turning a off white in some areas and it is spreading like cancer. I even have a spot that is getting rusted. I am not sure what to do but there needs to be a paint recall. I need my paint fixed please before it spreads everywhere. I have three children and am not able to purchase a new car at this time.”
NHTSA complaint #10295399, filed 2009-12“The contact stated, on two separate occasions there have been multiple times the ABS/tcl (traction control) has disengaged without warning. Each occurrence was at different speeds. The dealer's service technicians have inspected the vehicle on several occasions. Updated 8/9/2006 - the traction control light disengages while at speed with or without cruise control on, the consumer feels that the ABS system is also at question. The dealer inspected the vehicle and did a diagnostic check. There were no signs of corrosion, DTC's and all PCM's were ok. …”
NHTSA complaint #10163267, filed 2006-07, 6,398 miles“Paint is coming off even though it is properly cared for, garaged etc. This is a known paint issue and I'm wanting it fixed.. No one will buy this vehicle in this condition. Owned since new in 2005.”
NHTSA complaint #10447816, filed 2012-02Related 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.
- 10015721Apr 1, 2005Headliner sagging update.
- 10015218Jan 1, 2005Trunk lid opening & closing effort.
- 10018370Dec 1, 2004Trunk lid opening & closing effort. Mitsubishi. Tech talk.
- 10018369Dec 1, 2004Glove box gap at dash. Refer to 04-52a-001rev. Mitsubishi. Tech talk.
- 10013778Oct 1, 2004Rattle from dash.
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 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
6 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 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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