1994 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 | 73 |
| 1995 | 56 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 35 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
52% of complaints: seat belts — 38 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing retractor and front.
30% of complaints: power train — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing manual transmission and automatic transmission.
Show complaint excerpts
CONSUMER NOTICED OIL UNDERNEATH VEHICLE, THE TRANSFER CASE IS LEAKING. VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXAMINED BY DEALER.*JB THIS TYPE OF LEAKING IS KNOWN TO CAUSE ALL 4 WHEELS TO LOCK IF ALL THE FLUID IS LOST FROM THE TRANSFER CASE. *JG
NHTSA ODI report, 20020905
7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
7% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
4% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing linkages.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
FLOOR MAT IS SUPPOSED TO BE ANCHORED WITH LOCKING CLIP TO KEEP FROM TRAVELING; CLIP IS NOT INSTALLED, CAUSED SUDDEN ACCELERATION; CAR HIT GUARD RAIL/EMBANKMENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 19950803
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (38 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 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 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.