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2008 Mitsubishi Galant Engine Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
33%of 6 total for the year
Median mileage
135,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the engine of the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant, 33% of the 6 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 135,000 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.

“This is the second time I have had to replace the catalytic converter. This time both, front left and right bank converters have gone out. I have spoke with several mechanics and all say there is an issue that Mitsubishi should look at but they will not.”

NHTSA complaint #10995165, filed 2017-06, 135,000 miles

Engine: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2012222%
2010111%
2008233%
2007313%
200322%
200143%
200021%
199711%
199510%

Other parts of the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant

Body and structure
2 complaints
Air bags
1 complaints
Electrical system
1 complaints
Fuel system
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Suspension
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2008 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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology