1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 34%of 35 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 180,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT, 34% of the 35 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 180,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The transmission was leaking at the time that I purchased this car. The dealer who I had inspect the car told me that the repair would be covered under warranty, which it eventually was. However, I have since learned that these transmission fail on a very widespread basis, which I was not told. I think this should be a recall issue. I was lucky to have caught my problem with just 3 months left on the warranty. No doubt many other people have not been so lucky. The mfg. Also created these transmissions in such a manner that they can not be repaired, only replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #769289, filed 2002-11“The contact owns a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. While driving 60 MPH the vehicle stalled without warning. She was able to move the vehicle on the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the garage for diagnostic testing which indicated that the transmission transfer case wasn't sealed properly causing the fluid to leak. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer in april of 2003 for recall 02v143001 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive), but the vehicle was not serviced. The manufacturer stated that the recall was performed; therefore they will not offer any assistance. …”
NHTSA complaint #10348856, filed 2010-08, 180,000 miles“The manufacturer does not provide parts for the gertag 6-speed transmision in this car. Inorder to replace the damaged syncros in the transmission a rebuit transmission must be purchased. The syncro failure seems to be a common problem with these cars.”
NHTSA complaint #757805, filed 2002-02“At 85mph the whole car locked up due to seized diffrential case - car spun out of control and off of the highway with out warning. This is the second time this car has had sudden powertrain failure resulting in loss of control - while on the highway with the cruise control set.”
NHTSA complaint #730258, filed 2000-09“Nhtsa recall 02v143000 concerning transfer case. This recall failed on certain passenger vehicles. A condition existed that allowed oil to leak from transfer case (4-wheel drive). Dealer will inspect the transfer case for indications of oil leakage or damage. Vehicles that have oil leakage will have the transfer case resealed and refilled the transfer case to the proper level or replaced the transfer case if there was evidence of damage. Owner notification was expected to begin december 9, 2002.”
NHTSA complaint #10042732, filed 2003-10Related recalls
- 02V143001May 14, 2002On certain passenger vehicles, a condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all-wheel drive transfer case.Covers: Mitsubishi 3000GT 1991–1999
Related service bulletins
- 10170074Aug 28, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170071Jul 22, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170096Mar 5, 2013This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170100Feb 6, 2013This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170086Nov 1, 2012This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 2 | 17% |
| 1998 | 2 | 13% |
| 1997 | 12 | 34% |
| 1996 | 11 | 44% |
| 1995 | 23 | 41% |
| 1994 | 20 | 28% |
| 1993 | 37 | 55% |
| 1992 | 72 | 63% |
| 1991 | 43 | 69% |
Other parts of the 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
12 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsTires
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology