1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than 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
21% of complaints: power train — 24 distinct reports on file.
18% of complaints: seat belts — 21 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
SEAT BELT DO NOT RETRACT. BOTH DRIVER AND SEAT BELT DO NOT WORK. *NM
NHTSA ODI report, 20060607
18% of complaints: power train — 21 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* - SOMETIME IN DECEMBER OF 2002 WHILE DRIVING ON A LOW GRADE HILL ON A RAINY DAY THE 1992 MITSUBISHI 3000 GT TRANSFER CASE SEIZED AT 40-50 MPH, RESULTING IN ALL 4-WHEELS LOCKING UP, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A LIGHT POLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070122
1992 MITSUBISHI 3000GT VR-4 , TRANSFER CASE SEIZED DURING OPERATION @ 30MPH , RESULTING IN ALL 4 WHEELS LOCKING UP.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040225
15% of complaints: power train — 17 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
GLASS SUNROOF SHATTERING
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
TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP
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
1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- 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 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT?
The most-reported component is power train:manual transmission, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT have?
3 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.