1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 19, 2018 · 56 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 3000GT years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. That is the most of any 3000GT model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is power train (23 complaints, 41%), typically at around 109,000 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train23 · ~109,000 mi
Seat Belts12 · ~63,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5 · ~20,000 mi
Wheels4 · ~151,000 mi
Air Bags3
Equipment2
Structure2 · ~90,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control2 · ~105,000 mi
Visibility/wiper2 · ~59,000 mi
Electrical System1 · ~75,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train2341%109,000——
Seat Belts1221%63,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic59%20,000——
Wheels47%151,000——
Air Bags35%———
Equipment24%———
Structure24%90,000——
Vehicle Speed Control24%105,000——
Visibility/wiper24%59,000——
Electrical System12%75,000——
Engine12%75,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling12%105,400——
Fuel System, Gasoline12%———
Tires12%———
Visibility12%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2006, with 11 complaints
1995: 2199521996: 331997: 2199721998: 441999: 1199912000: 332001: 8200182002: 552003: 3200332004: 112005: 2200522006: 11112007: 2200722008: 332009: 1200912010: 112016: 2201622018: 22

n = 56 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT recalls (1)

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Power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)May 14, 2002 · NHTSA campaign 02V143001 · 15,000 vehicles

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, a condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all-wheel drive transfer case.

Risk: Low oil levels in the transfer case could cause bearing damage and result in drive train lockup, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the transfer case for indications of oil leakage or damage. Vehicles that have oil leakage will have the transfer case resealed and re-fill the transfer case to the proper level, or replaced the transfer case if there is evidence of damage. Owner notification is expected to begin december 9, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi america at 1-888-648-7820 or mitsubmishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Transfer case lockup (PE02013) — opened Jan 31, 2002, closed Jun 3, 2002, led to recall 02V143001.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Sputtering, staling, no pick up, erractic idling. All caused by faulty engine control management ( ecm) computer.. Many close call , near accidents. Check the cars forums, there are many complaints with the exact same safety problem, in which mitsubishi is responsible for. Used car computers…

Electrical System · received May 19, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11096822

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt. While driving approximately 80 mph, the wheels on the vehicle seized. The vehicle was towed to vern eide honda sioux city at 4625 singing hills blvd, sioux city, ia 51106 where they informed the contact that the vehicle was unable to be repaired per a…

Power Train · received Jan 4, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11058572

Driver and passenger sunvisors come lose all the time. Screws used have a steep thread, they come lose and visors fall from the roof. Happened since the purchase in 1999.

Visibility/wiper · received Nov 16, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10926563

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt. While driving 45 mph, the transmission failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also stated that the battery had to be…

Power Train · received Mar 24, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10851378

1995 mitsubishi 3000gt sl. Consumer stated purchased vehicle off ebay and upon delivery, he discovered the airbag had been removed *tgw

Air Bags · received Aug 10, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10348770

Other Mitsubishi 3000GT years

1996 3000GT →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2002 3000GT10
2001 3000GT10
1999 3000GT122
1998 3000GT151
1997 3000GT351
1996 3000GT251
1995561

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT?

Owners most often report power train, seat belts, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 23 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 3000GT model years, the 1995 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.