2012 Mitsubishi Galant

Introduction:

The 2012 Mitsubishi Galant was a midsize sedan that offered a comfortable and spacious interior. It was available with two engine options: a 2.4L four-cylinder engine and a 3.0L V6 engine. Both engines were mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. The Galant was praised for its handling and fuel efficiency, but some owners have reported various issues with the vehicle.

Engine

2.4L Four-Cylinder Engine

• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure:
  • Description: The intake manifold gasket may fail, causing coolant and oil leaks.
  • Symptoms: Loss of coolant, engine overheating, oil in the coolant reservoir.
  • Solution: Replace the intake manifold gasket.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Timing Chain Tensioner Failure:
  • Description: The timing chain tensioner may fail, causing the timing chain to slip and the engine to lose power.
  • Symptoms: Engine noise, engine hesitation, check engine light.
  • Solution: Replace the timing chain tensioner and timing chain.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500+
  • Recalls: None Found

3.0L V6 Engine

• Valve Cover Gasket Leak:
  • Description: The valve cover gasket may leak, causing oil to leak onto the engine.
  • Symptoms: Oil leak, oil burning smell.
  • Solution: Replace the valve cover gasket.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Exhaust Manifold Failure:
  • Description: The exhaust manifold may crack or fail, causing exhaust gases to leak.
  • Symptoms: Engine noise, exhaust smell.
  • Solution: Replace the exhaust manifold.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• Four-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Shift Solenoid Failure:
  • Description: The shift solenoid may fail, causing the transmission to shift erratically or not at all.
  • Symptoms: Transmission slipping, difficulty shifting, check engine light.
  • Solution: Replace the shift solenoid.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Torque Converter Failure:
  • Description: The torque converter may fail, causing the transmission to shudder or slip.
  • Symptoms: Transmission shuddering, loss of acceleration, check engine light.
  • Solution: Replace the torque converter.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Suspension Struts:
  • Description: The front suspension struts may fail, causing the vehicle to handle poorly and make noises.
  • Symptoms: Noises from the front suspension, poor handling.
  • Solution: Replace the front suspension struts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+ for both struts
  • Recalls: None Found
• Rear Suspension Springs:
  • Description: The rear suspension springs may break, causing the vehicle to sag in the rear.
  • Symptoms: Sagging rear end, poor handling.
  • Solution: Replace the rear suspension springs.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300+ for both springs
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain:
  • Description: The battery may drain quickly, even when the vehicle is not in use.
  • Symptoms: Battery dying quickly, difficulty starting the vehicle.
  • Solution: Inspect the electrical system for parasitic draw and repair the issue.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Alternator Failure:
  • Description: The alternator may fail, causing the battery not to charge.
  • Symptoms: Battery warning light, dimming lights, difficulty starting the vehicle.
  • Solution: Replace the alternator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Headlight Lenses Fading:
  • Description: The headlight lenses may fade over time, reducing nighttime visibility.
  • Symptoms: Faded or cloudy headlight lenses.
  • Solution: Replace the headlight lenses or restore them with a polishing kit.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+ for both lenses
  • Recalls: None Found
• Tail Light Assembly Moisture:
  • Description: Moisture may accumulate inside the tail light assemblies, causing the lights to malfunction.
  • Symptoms: Moisture inside the tail light assemblies, condensation on the lenses.
  • Solution: Replace the tail light assemblies.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300+ for both assemblies
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• HVAC System Malfunction:
  • Description: The HVAC system may malfunction, causing the climate control to not work properly.
  • Symptoms: Air conditioning not working, heater not working, fan not working.
  • Solution: Inspect the HVAC system for electrical issues or faulty components and repair or replace as needed.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Instrument Cluster Failure:
  • Description: The instrument cluster may fail, causing the gauges and warning lights to not work.
  • Symptoms: Gauges not working, warning lights not illuminating.
  • Solution: Replace the instrument cluster.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant has some significant issues that can be expensive to repair. The engine and transmission issues are the most serious and can lead to major breakdowns. The other issues, while less severe, can still be costly to fix and can impact the overall reliability of the vehicle.