1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT Problems
- Complaints
- 15filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles, 5 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 / 21 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT. The part named most often is wheels, with 4 complaints (27% of the total), followed by seat belts (3) and transmission and drivetrain (2). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 20% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 70,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 14 technical service bulletins for this model year. Wheels complaints overlap with 1 NHTSA investigation and 3 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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.
- Wheels4 27%
- Seat belts3 20%
- Air bags1 6.7%
- Brakes1 6.7%
- Electrical system1 6.7%
- Engine cooling1 6.7%
- Body and structure1 6.7%
- Suspension1 6.7%
- Tires1 6.7%
Example complaints
Wheels: “I am the second owner of this vehicle.the first owner had the rims replaced with factory replacement chrome rims 15,000 miles ago.he said had experienced unexplainble flat tires a few times before he replaced the rims.I have had this car for 8 months and have had 4 flat tires,two of which totally destroyed the tires.both of those blew out on the side walls.2 of them were unexplainable there was no sharp objects in the tire,no cuts,no phyisical damage that would explain how they went flat.they just went flat after the first 2 blow outs I changed tire brand thinking it was the tires,but it has…”
NHTSA complaint #10114082, filed 2005-03, 70,000 milesSeat belts: “Mitsubishi 3000GT's seat belt do not retract after pulled on. If an accident occurred seat belts would not serve as a form of protection as they should. Many other people with same make and model of vehicle have the same problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10158444, filed 2006-05Transmission and drivetrain: “While driving the vehicle's wheels locked up which caused the vehicle to come to an abrupt stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the transmission malfunctioned. Prior to this incident the consumer had the vehicle's transfer case checked because of a recall. The consumer feels that the dealer did not conduct a thorough inspection. The consumer request reimbursement for the cost of a new transmission.”
NHTSA complaint #10111141, filed 2005-01Air bags: “Got in the car put key in ignition started to turn key and passenger air bag deployed for apparently no reason. Broke windshield. Was unable to see or hear at first and suffered a cut under chin and headache for 4 days. Where the car was parked there was no way for anyone to hit the front end. There is video showing no damage to the outside of the car at all. There was witnesses to the fact that the car never moved and engine never started.”
NHTSA complaint #10605057, filed 2014-06, 180,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
20% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 56,831 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 1998 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 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| 3000 GT FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| 3000 GT FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| 3000 GT FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| 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 | $3,700 |
| 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 1998 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 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT have?
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT is reported most often?
Wheels is named most often, in 4 complaints (27% of the total), followed by seat belts with 3.
Has the 1998 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 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT get?
The EPA rates the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT (3000 GT, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 21 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 70,000 miles and the middle half falls between 56,831 and 80,000 miles; 20% 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.