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2008 Mitsubishi GalantRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints for the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. Most complaints involve engine (2) and structure (2). The EPA rates it 20–23 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
20–23mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
6
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$2,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

6 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2008 – Oct 2023
  1. Engine2
  2. Structure2
  3. Fuel/propulsion system1
  4. Steering1
  5. Suspension1
  6. Electrical system1
  7. Air bags1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Galant model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
1996144
199786
199857
1999218
2000139
2001161
2002142
2003139
200461
200526
200624
200724
20086
200916
20109
20113
20129
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

2 reports
“The engine died and fuel system does not work.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 13, 2023Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11549856

Structure

2 reports
“THE DOOR PANELS ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE POP OUT CAUSING DOOR TO GERMANY JAMMED. NEED TO RECALL”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 7, 2016StructureODI 10873033

Fuel/propulsion system

1 report
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 7, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl · 3.8L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S4) · Automatic (S5)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline · Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Galant
Auto (S4), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive
202723$2,700386
Galant
Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.8 L · Front-Wheel Drive
172520$3,850444
  • Galant
    Auto (S4), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
    20 city · 27 hwy · $2,700/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Galant
    Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.8 L
    17 city · 25 hwy · $3,850/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 7, 2026Vehicle 2402
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2008 Galant questions

How many recalls does the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 7, 2026.

What are the most common 2008 Mitsubishi Galant problems?

Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (2), structure (2), fuel/propulsion system (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant get?

The EPA rates the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant at 20–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 7, 2026