Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Mitsubishi Galant owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Mitsubishi Galant. The contact stated that the temperature gauge needle would fluctuate continuously. The failure recurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis, who stated that the failure was related to the radiator, which would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 86,700.
Tl contact owns a 2000 Mitsubishi Galant. Whenever the vehicle begins to get hot, the air conditioner begins to blow hot air. The contact also noticed that the low oil light would occasionally illuminate on the instrument panel. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The current mileage was 233,000 and failure mileage was 226,000.
Dt: contact stated the computer sensors failed. This could affect the catalytic converter and cause air pollution. Did not think the public was made aware of the recalls. Two sensors failed asked Mitsubishi to fix them, and they refused because there was no recall. They were only guaranteed for 3 three years or 36,000 miles.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Mitsubishi Galant. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 230,000.
I was driving my car on my way to work when my car made this loud noise coming from the engine compartment and it stalled on me,and cut off on the middle of the rode. Called a towing company and had the car tow to my house ,I called a mechanic he checked and found the intake manifold was cracked.
Timing belt and values for the Mitsubishi galants need to be looked over to see if it's a recall problem because mine went out on me, and also I know of another person with a Mitsubishi Galant had the same thing happen to them.
While driving notice smoke in rearview mirror. Within 1/4 mile lost all brakes, all read warning lights came on. Engine stopped and smoke was coming from engine compartment. The vehicle was declared a total loss.
Intake manifold has been replaced twice and now the third manifold has cracked in the very same place as the first two. First replacement came with no explanation why. Second replacement was because of a cracked motor mount. I will not let dealership replace this manifold. I have been told that when the timing belt was replaced it was not installed correctly and there is too much engine vibration. Belt replaced at 60K. Three manifolds failed in a 19 month period
While driving the vehicle at an undetermined speed, the check engine light appeared on the dash then the vehicle stalled. This caused the driver to drift off the road. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The mechanic informed the owner that the oil pump had failed. Please provide any further details.
While driving, vehicle caught on fire in the engine compartment, consumer jumped out of vehicle and injured his back, claim 24-5202-022.
Engine complaints in other Galant years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 2000 Mitsubishi Galant?
NHTSA has 21 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 2000 Mitsubishi Galant, 15% of the model year's 136 complaints. The component named most often is engine › gasoline (19 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Mitsubishi Galant engine problems?
No. NHTSA lists no engine & cooling recall for the 2000 Mitsubishi Galant, though it has 6 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2000 Mitsubishi Galant engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 90,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 9 fires and 2 injuries to engine & cooling problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.