1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs 1997 Mitsubishi Galant
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 1997 Mitsubishi Galant |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 136 | 80 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 51 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 27 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Galant | Mitsubishi Galant |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 36 | 15 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 28 | 12 |
| Suspension | 19 | 18 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 8 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 9 |
| Structure | 13 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 9 |
| Steering | 4 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
1996 Mitsubishi Galant
1997 Mitsubishi Galant
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.