Is the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant ranks #8 of 8 among Galant model years (Complaint Index 0/100, verdict: Good). It has 6 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant?

The most reported problem areas are engine (2 complaints), structure & body (2 complaints), and airbags (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 80,000 miles.

Does the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant?

EPA rates the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant at 21.5 MPG combined (18.5 city / 26 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,400. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2008 Mitsubishi Galant Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Good The 2008 Mitsubishi Galant has 6 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 0 out of 100 — #8 highest of 8 Galant model years (verdict: Good). The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 33% of the total).

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 0/100; #8 of 8 Galant years
Verdict: Good; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 6; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Engine
Best nearby year: 2012; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 21.5; 18.5 city / 26 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2008 Mitsubishi Galant recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2008 Mitsubishi Galant fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 18.5 MPG
Highway: 26 MPG
Combined: 21.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,400; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2008 compared with other Galant years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2006	Caution	57	24	1	21
2007	Avoid	86	24	1	21
2008	Good	0	6	0	21.5
2009	Avoid	100	16	0	21
2010	Good	43	9	1	24

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant ranks #8 of 8 among Galant model years (Complaint Index 0/100, verdict: Good). It has 6 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant?: The most reported problem areas are engine (2 complaints), structure & body (2 complaints), and airbags (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 80,000 miles.
Does the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant?: EPA rates the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant at 21.5 MPG combined (18.5 city / 26 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,400. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.