Mitsubishi 3000GT Problems by Year
Mitsubishi 3000GT years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 3000GT year: 1995, 1997. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1995 3000GT: 56 complaints, 1 recall
- 1997 3000GT: 35 complaints, 1 recall
- 1996 3000GT: 25 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2001 3000GT: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2002 3000GT: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1999 3000GT: 12 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mitsubishi 3000GT problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 50 | 5 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 43 | 5 | 0 |
| Wheels | 16 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Structure | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mitsubishi 3000GT model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 3000GT | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 2001 3000GT | 1 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 1999 3000GT | 12 | 2 | — | Seat Belts | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 1998 3000GT | 15 | 1 | — | Wheels | About as many complaints as other years |
| 1997 3000GT | 35 | 1 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1996 3000GT | 25 | 1 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 1995 3000GT | 56 | 1 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mitsubishi 3000GT years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1995 (56), 1997 (35) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 3000GT year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mitsubishi 3000GT?
Power Train, with 50 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Mitsubishi 3000GT have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.