Vehicle recall 08V276000 · June 20, 2008

2004-2005 Mitsubishi Galant

During vehicle use, the ignition key interlock cable (which is a component of the interlock system) may allow the interlocking cam to fall forward and allow the ignition key to…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Mitsubishi is recalling 73,000 my 2004-2006 gallant passenger vehicles. During vehicle use, the ignition key interlock cable (which is a component of the interlock system) may allow the interlocking cam to fall forward and allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not in the park position.
Consequence: If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. The recall began on September 2, 2008. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Notes: Mitsubishi recall no. SR-08-004.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 08V276000
Reported to NHTSA: June 20, 2008
Filed by: MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Manufacturer campaign: SR-08-004
Owner notification: September 2, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected: 73,000
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components: Electrical system › Ignition

Recall 08V276000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Mitsubishi Galant (2004-2005): 2005, 2004

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