2.5

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
59,645 miles

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problem #4

Feb 172004

Galant

  • 133,770 miles
Ball joints were replaced prior to consumer receiving the recall notice. The consumer request reimbursement for the repairs.

- Memphis, TN, USA

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problem #3

Apr 162004

Galant

  • Automatic transmission
  • 104,810 miles
In November 2003, while driving between 20 to 25 mph, front passenger tire fell off, vehicle was towed to independent mechanic, who determined that ball joints failed. In April 2004 consumer received a recall letter notice concerning ball joint problem.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

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problem #2

Apr 302002

Galant

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Recall on lower ball joint boot was done in January 2002. On 30 April consumer was unable to steer at slow speed. Vehicle has not been taken to a dealership.

- Alamogordo, NM, USA

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problem #1

Jun 011998

Galant

  • miles
There is a vibration that happens at higher speeds, approximately 55 + mph. Dealership has repeatedly informed her that tires were defective and needed to be replaced. Consumer received recall notification in mail for lower control arm/ ball joint. Consumer had recall taken care of by dealership, but vibration continues to occur in vehicle. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

- Miami Beach, FL, USA

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