One problem related to hydraulic power assist steering system has been reported for the 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving in the rain, slammed on brakes and the engine shut off. Also the steering locked up and vehicle had a head-on accident and the air bag did not deploy. This happened all in the same day.
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems | |
| Steering Anti-theft Device problems | |
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems |