1997 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1997 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant recalls

Most common 1997 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Equipment	1
Power Train	1
Suspension	1

What owners report

2006-06-02, Equipment
COMPLAINT #1 - LEFT FRONT AXLE I AM IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING MY LEFT FRONT AXLE ON A 1997 MITSUBISHI GALANT FOR THE 3RD TIME. 1ST REPAIR DATE - 9/25/01 2ND REPAIR DATE - 6/5/03 3RD REPAIR DATE - 6/2/06 THERE IS NO REASON THE SAME AXLE SHOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED REPEATEDLY WITHIN A FIVE YEAR PERIOD OF TIME. I WOULD LIKE AN EXPLANATION AND REIMBURSEMENT FOR THIS REPAIR. THERE SHOULD ALSO BE A RECALL ON THIS PART BECAUSE OF THE FREQUENCY. COMPLAINT #2 - FRONT STRUTS I AM REPLACING THE FRONT STRUTS FOR THE SECOND TIME IN 4 YEARS. IS THIS NORMAL? WHY DO THEY REPEATEDLY LEAK? REPAIR #1 - 4/30/02 REPAIR #2 - 6/2/06. *JB

1997 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant questions

Does the 1997 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant: Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment (1), Power Train (1), Suspension (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.