2008 Mitsubishi Galant Problems & Complaints

Better than average90% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Galant at the same age

Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 90% fewer than a typical Galant model year at the same age, making the 2008 one of the better Galant years. The most reported problem area is the body & structure (2 complaints, typically around 25,000 miles).

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Most common 2008 Mitsubishi Galant problems

  • Body & structure~25,000 miles
    233%
  • Engine & cooling~135,000 miles
    233%
  • Air bags
    117%
  • Electrical system
    117%
  • Steering
    117%
  • Suspension
    117%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    117%

Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mitsubishi Galant complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Mitsubishi Galant. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Galant years: 2008, 2010, 2012. Years to avoid: 1999, 2001, 2000, 2002, 2003. Compare all years →

2008 Mitsubishi Galant engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.4L 4-cyl4-speed automaticFWD20 / 27 / 23
3.8L 6-cyl5-speed automaticFWD17 / 25 / 20

EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant a good car?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Galant rates better than average: 90% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Galant at the same age. It is one of the best Galant years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant?

The body & structure — 2 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year, most often about body. Next are the engine & cooling (2) and air bags (1).

How many recalls does the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mitsubishi Galant?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2008, 2010 and 2012. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1999, 2001, 2000, 2002 and 2003. See the full Mitsubishi Galant years comparison.

At what mileage do 2008 Mitsubishi Galant problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 135,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

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.