1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT Recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)Covers: Mitsubishi 3000GT 1991–1999
Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, a condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all-wheel drive transfer case.
Possible consequence: Low oil levels in the transfer case could cause bearing damage and result in drive train lockup, increasing the risk of a crash.
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, or replaced the transfer case if there is evidence of damage. Owner notification is expected to begin december 9…
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Mitsubishi 3000GT 1991–1994, Diamante 1992–1994, Montero 1992–1994
Reported issue: 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.
Possible consequence: Brake fluid leakage will cause illumination of the brake warning lamp and reduction in braking effectiveness increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Mitsubishi 3000GT 1991–1994, Diamante 1992–1994, Montero 1992–1994
Reported issue: 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.
Possible consequence: Brake fluid leakage will cause illumination of the brake warning lamp and reduction in braking efficiency increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: Mitsubishi 3000GT 1991, Mighty MAX 1986–1991, Montero 1986–1991 +7 more
Reported issue: 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 improperly.
Possible consequence: The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
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 are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is…
- Power train › DrivelineCovers: Mitsubishi 3000GT 1991
Reported issue: 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.
Possible consequence: Bearing failure in the transfer case can result inpower train lockup without prior warning, while the vehicle is at highway speed.this could result in a loss of vehicle control and an accident.
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.
NHTSA investigations
- EA95004Takata seat belt buckle failureClosed · Mar 10, 1995
- PE91054Power train lockupClosed · Feb 27, 1991
← All problems reported for the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.