1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 62 |
| 1992 | 115 |
| 1993 | 67 |
| 1994 | 72 |
| 1995 | 56 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 35 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
26% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.
19% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: seat belts — 6 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH6% of complaints: seat belts — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
POWER TRAIN LOCKUP
TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP
A CONDITION EXISTS THAT ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM THE ALL WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE. LOW OIL LEVELS IN THE TRANSFER CASE CAN CAUSE BEARING DAMAGE AND FAILURE.
Remedy: INSTALL A C-RING TO TRANSFER CASE TO PREVENT OIL LEAKAGE, OR REPLACE TRANSFER CASE TO MAINTAIN SUFFICIENT OIL LEVELS IN THE TRANSFER CASE.
Campaign 93V033000 — check if this car was fixed
TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES A
Campaign 95V103004 — check if this car was fixed
UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.
Campaign 96V143001 — check if this car was fixed
UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.
Campaign 96V143002 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A CONDITION EXISTS THAT ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM THE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE.
Remedy: 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
Campaign 02V143001 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 93V033000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V103004 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V143001 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V143002 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 02V143001 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT?
The most-reported component is power train:manual transmission, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.