1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT Problems
- Complaints
- 25filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl FWD · 16 city / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 25 consumer complaints for the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 11 complaints (44% of the total), followed by seat belts (10) and vehicle speed control (2). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 14% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 70,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 14 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Seat belts10 40%
- Vehicle speed control2 8.0%
- Body and structure1 4.0%
- Wheels1 4.0%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “I own a 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT vr-4 with a 6 speed manual transmission. My friend, brian watson and I were traveling eastbound on highway 20, just about 50 miles east of bend, or. I made an attempt to shift from 5th to 6th gear, but because of some problems with what I now understand to be the sycros, it went into 4th gear. Not noticing it was in 4th gear because I had shifted it into the position of 6th, I let out the clutch and pressed the accelerator. Shortly after, I heard this pop. …”
NHTSA complaint #10010290, filed 2003-03, 66,000 milesSeat belts: “I own a 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT that has had both front seatbelts fail to operate correctly. I have replaced these belt twice now and the problem seems to come back after a few months. I feel this is a defect in the product that needs to be addressed by the manufacturer as a recall. This is a serious safety defect.”
NHTSA complaint #10177335, filed 2006-12, 40,000 milesVehicle speed control: “When using the power button to pass another vehicle, accelerator pedal stuck to the floor and the car accelerated to (90) MPH . Shutting the power button off or stepping on the brake, did not disengage the pedal.”
NHTSA complaint #804822, filed 1996-11Mileage when problems were reported
14% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 66,000 and 80,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3000 GT FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 |
| 3000 GT FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
| 3000 GT 4WD/AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
| 3000 GT Spyder FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
| 3000 GT Spyder 4WD/AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | 15 | 23 | 18 | $4,550 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 02V143001May 14, 2002Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)Covers: Mitsubishi 3000GT 1991–1999
On certain passenger vehicles, a condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all-wheel drive transfer case.
Recall details for the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE02013Transfer case lockupClosed · Jan 31, 2002
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 14 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10211530Apr 7, 2022Other or unknown, Exterior lighting. This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a…
- 10169006Nov 26, 2019Equipment. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10163703Jul 30, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
- 10130469Feb 26, 2018Equipment. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170074Aug 28, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Wheels, Engine cooling…. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170070Jul 29, 2015Equipment. This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
- 10170071Jul 22, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Fuel system, Suspension…. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170099Mar 5, 2013Equipment. This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
- 10170096Mar 5, 2013Wheels, Transmission and drivetrain, Steering, Electrical…. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170100Feb 6, 2013Fuel system, Electrical system, Transmission and…. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Other model years of the Mitsubishi 3000GT
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 12 | 61,500 | 2 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 1998 | 15 | 70,000 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1997 | 35 | 90,000 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 25 | 70,000 | 1 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 56 | 90,000 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 72 | 80,000 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 67 | 103,989 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 115 | 90,000 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 62 | 80,500 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Mitsubishi 3000GT model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT have?
NHTSA recorded 25 consumer complaints for the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 11 complaints (44% of the total), followed by seat belts with 10.
Has the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT get?
The EPA rates the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (3000 GT, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 70,000 miles and the middle half falls between 66,000 and 80,000 miles; 14% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.