Most common 2012 Mitsubishi Galant problems
Share of the 9 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mitsubishi Galant complaints by model year
Best Galant years: 2008, 2010, 2012. Years to avoid: 1999, 2001, 2000, 2002, 2003. Compare all years →
What 2012 Mitsubishi Galant owners say
Wheels & tires
Lug nuts on these tires begin to loosen them selves within 1000 miles. My lug nuts will randomly fall off and need replaced. I can always tell my tires about to fall off when you use the break and they sound like they are going out.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi gallant. The contact stated that there was an abnormal vibration on the front driver side of the vehicle while driving 60 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle had the tires re-balanced approximately six times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 47,000. The VIN was not provided.
2012 Mitsubishi Galant engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 21 / 29 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant a good car?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2012 Galant rates better than average: 85% 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 2012 Mitsubishi Galant?
The wheels & tires — 3 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (2) and stability & traction control (1).
How many recalls does the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2012 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 2012 Mitsubishi Galant problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 47,000 miles; 57% 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.