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2006 Mitsubishi Galant problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 24 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2006 Mitsubishi Galant has 24 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is electrical at 8 complaints, typically surfacing around 73,963 miles (~$850 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Should you avoid this 2006 Galant?
Generally reliable
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average
1 recall campaign on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2006 Mitsubishi Galant? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
electrical — 8 owner reports
· tends to show around 73,963 mi · ~$850 to fix
airbags — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 53,500 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
brakes — 3 owner reports
· tends to show around 30,973 mi · ~$450 to fix
visibility — 3 owner reports
· tends to show around 92,667 mi · ~$350 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: electrical is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 73,963 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 8.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
airbags (~$1,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2006 Galant· electrical
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi galant. While starting the vehicle, the key shattered into six pieces. The contact had to use the spare key to start the vehicle. Later the spare key shattered as well. The contact was able to piece the key together but every time he started…
2006 Mitsubishi galant both keys used to start my vehicle have shattered into several pieces while attempting to start the vehicle. The first key broke around july 14 2007 and the second key breaking more recent on 25 november2010. When the keys break they go into several…
I have a 2006 Mitsubishi galant and have had it in the shop repeatedly for the front suspension, brakes, electrical problems and now I'm having transmission problems and lots of engine noise. My front suspension has a squawking sound everytime you go over a speed bump, the whole…
I was in an accident I went down a ditch I hit a tree and the airbag did not display I want to know if there was a recall on the airbag because my airbag did not came out when I was in that bad accident and I didn't the front of my car
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Mitsubishi is recalling 45,988 my 2005-2007 endeavor, galant, eclipse coupe, and my 2007 eclipse spyder vehicles
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect to see if the left rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket has splitting beyond a specific limit. Vehicles
with moderate to severe splitting will be repaired using a reinforcement cap, a special structural adhesive, and a rivet to reinforce the fuel tank mounting bracket. The recall began on september 20, 2008. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Common questions
Is the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant?
On the NHTSA data, the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2006 Mitsubishi Galant?
Inspect the electrical first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 8 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 73,963 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 24 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is electrical. Typical failure occurs around 73,963 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2006 Mitsubishi Galant?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 8 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 73,963 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 73,963 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Mitsubishi Galant has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2006 Mitsubishi Galant?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 24 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Mitsubishi/Galant.
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