2012 Mitsubishi Galant Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 47,000miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 24 mpgcombined, 2.4L 4-cyl FWD · 21 city / 29 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. The part named most often is wheels, with 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by engine (2) and air bags (1). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 57% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 47,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 37 technical service bulletins for this model year. Wheels complaints overlap with 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Wheels3 33%
- Engine2 22%
- Air bags1 11%
- Electrical system1 11%
- Other or unknown1 11%
Example complaints
Wheels: “Lug nuts on these tires begin to loosen them selves within 1000 miles. My lug nuts will randomly fall off and need replaced. I can always tell my tires about to fall off when you use the break and they sound like they are going out.”
NHTSA complaint #11506163, filed 2023-02Engine: “I have a 2012 mish. Galante and on multiple times my car has stalled out with exceleration fron a dead stop while trying to cross through intersection and making turn. Last time in shop was a proxy 3 2015 where they could not find nothing wrong.”
NHTSA complaint #10726632, filed 2015-06, 30,000 milesAir bags: “The contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's and passenger's side air bags unexpectedly deployed, cracking the windshield and injuring his arm. No warning light was illuminated. Medical attention was not received. The contact stated that there was no impact to the vehicle that could have caused the air bags to deploy. The contact's husband drove the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11661432, filed 2025-05, 200,000 milesElectrical system: “The driver window is breaking without cause. Has happened on more than one occasion. Did not take picture. But insurance fixed the most recent shattering incident--so if picture needed can obtain in the future. Once occurrence the vehicle was not in motion. Another occurrence the vehicle was in motion.”
NHTSA complaint #11324572, filed 2020-05, 105,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
57% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 33,286 and 70,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galant · sedan FWD | not rated | — | — | — | 4 · 10.7% risk |
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2012 Mitsubishi Galant version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galant FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 37 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10240443Jul 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10235609Apr 24, 2023Body and structure. This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
- 10235608Apr 24, 2023Equipment. This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more…
- 10235606Apr 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10233997Mar 7, 2023Engine cooling, Electrical system. This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.
- 10233994Mar 7, 2023Electrical system, Engine cooling. This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote start system.
- 10211530Apr 7, 2022Exterior lighting, Other or unknown. This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a…
- 10169006Nov 26, 2019Equipment. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10163703Jul 30, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
- 10159665Apr 23, 2019Electrical system. This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and…
Other model years of the Mitsubishi Galant
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 9 | 47,000 | 0 | — | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 2010 | 9 | 95,672 | 1 | — | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 2009 | 16 | 68,000 | 0 | — | 23 | — | Rising |
| 2008 | 6 | 80,000 | 0 | — | 23 | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 24 | 66,750 | 1 | — | 23 | — | Rising |
| 2006 | 24 | 65,000 | 1 | — | 23 | — | Falling |
| 2005 | 26 | 31,000 | 3 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2004 | 61 | 72,500 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 126 | 63,750 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 135 | 64,895 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 151 | 60,000 | 7 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 136 | 83,000 | 6 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 215 | 80,000 | 5 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 53 | 100,705 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 80 | 87,944 | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1996 | 136 | 98,600 | 3 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 209 | 119,500 | 5 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 198 | 109,500 | 3 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 9 | 172,000 | 0 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 39 | 112,314 | 1 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 63 | 112,545 | 1 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 21 | 143,000 | 1 | — | 21 | — | Stable |
| 1989 | 19 | — | 1 | — | 22 | — | Stable |
| 1988 | 7 | — | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 9 | — | 1 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
All Mitsubishi Galant model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is reported most often?
Wheels is named most often, in 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by engine with 2.
Has the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant get?
The EPA rates the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant (Galant, 2.4L 4-cyl) at 24 mpg combined, 21 city and 29 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 47,000 miles and the middle half falls between 33,286 and 70,000 miles; 57% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.