Is the Mitsubishi 3000GT Reliable?

19921999 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.

The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sportss — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.

72/100
Good

Reliability Score

6
Total Recalls
251
Owner Complaints
7
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths
Recall intensity (what drives the score)
0.0 recalls/yr vs. sports median 1.3/yr
Safety record (separate score)
Lowno open investigations · 0 deaths, 7 injuries on record

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Mitsubishi 3000GT Reliability by Year

Model YearRecallsComplaintsInjuriesDeathsReliability ScoreRating
199908
57
Fair
1998071
57
Fair
1997021
57
Fair
1996015
57
Fair
1995030
57
Fair
19942503
57
Fair
1993238
57
Fair
19922823
57
Fair

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the 3000GT Compares to Similar Vehicles

Mitsubishi 3000GT72/100
Sports Category Average74/100

The 3000GT scores 2 points below the average sports. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.

Known Mitsubishi 3000GT Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
48
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
36
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
27
POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
25
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
19
SEAT BELTS
12

Based on 251 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mitsubishi 3000GT reliable?+

The Mitsubishi 3000GT scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 8 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 6 recall campaigns and 251 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year 3000GT is most reliable?+

Reliability varies by model year. Check the year-by-year table above for a direct comparison.

How many miles does a 3000GT last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Mitsubishi 3000GT owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used 3000GT will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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