2002 Mitsubishi Galant Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2002 Mitsubishi Galant.

20012003
Complaints
175
Crashes
25
Fires
11
Injuries
21
Fatalities
1
Recalls
0

Worst 2002 Mitsubishi Galant Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#114 complaints

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor

Avg mileage:25,193 mi
#213 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:95,270 mi
Fires:4
#313 complaints

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core

Avg mileage:81,645 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2002 Mitsubishi Galant.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
25,193
Electrical Faults
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
4
Avg Miles
95,270
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
81,645
Body Structure
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
46,667
Air Bags:Frontal
10
complaints
Crashes
9
Fires
—
Avg Miles
47,500
Engine & Cooling
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
72,281
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
—
Avg Miles
121,000
Hydraulic Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
22,954
Structural Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
89,333
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
50,551
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Instrument Cluster
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Wiring & Fuses
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Windshield:Electrical Heating Element
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2002 Mitsubishi Galant — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2002 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2002 Mitsubishi Galant has 175 NHTSA complaints, 25 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor with 14 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2002 Mitsubishi Galant?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor (14 complaints, avg 25,193 mi); Electrical Faults (13 complaints, avg 95,270 mi); Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core (13 complaints, avg 81,645 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2002 Mitsubishi Galant?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 64,263 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2002 Mitsubishi Galant?
NHTSA complaints for the 2002 Mitsubishi Galant include 25 crash-related reports, 11 fire reports, 21 injuries, and 1 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2002 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2002 Mitsubishi Galant as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

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