2009 Mitsubishi Galant Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.

20082010
Complaints
23
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
4
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2009 Mitsubishi Galant Problems

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

#110 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:104,240 mi
Crash-related:3
#23 complaints

Body Structure

#33 complaints

Wheel Issues

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.

Airbags
10
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
104,240
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

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2009 Mitsubishi Galant — FAQ

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

Is the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2009 Mitsubishi Galant has 23 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 10 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant?
Top reported problems: Airbags (10 complaints, avg 104,240 mi); Body Structure (3 complaints); Wheel Issues (3 complaints). 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 2009 Mitsubishi Galant?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 104,240 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant?
NHTSA complaints for the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 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 2009 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2009 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 2009 Mitsubishi Galant?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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

Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Galant reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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