Power Train Related Problems of the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant

Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Mitsubishi Galant

Problem Category Number of Problems
Automatic Transmission Control Module problems
1
Transmission Failure problems
1
Automatic Transmission Floor Shift problems
1

Automatic Transmission Control Module problem #1

My check engine light was on when I took my 2004 Mitsubishi Galant to the dealership. I had them run a diagnostic check on it to determine why it would not go off. The service advisor told me that I needed a catalytic converter and that a recall had been issued in 2006 to correct the problem. This was the 1st time I had been made aware that there had been a recall issued. The dealer refused to repair the catalytic converter due to the expiration of the recall. I do not think this is fair treatment. I was never notified that there was a defect. The dealership reflashed the pcm free of charge but would not replace the catalytic converter. I would like the dealership to replace the catalytic converter.

Transmission Failure problem #2

The contact owns a 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle would sporadically slip into the neutral gear. The failure increased the risk of an injury. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the core line pressure in the transmission failed. The entire transmission needed to be replaced at the cost of $5,200. She is in the process of having the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer stated that because her vehicle exceeded its warranty, they would not assume any financial responsibility. The failure and current mileages were 137,000. Updated 10/28/08 the consumer stated the vehicle stalled, there were heating and air problems, all the buttons stopped working, both headlights had to be replaced. Updated 10/29/08.

Automatic Transmission Floor Shift problem #3

The contact stated while backing out of driveway the button on the floor shifter popped off. She could not shift the vehicle into any gear. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and they replaced the button. Updated 01/25/06.


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