1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt Problems
Above Average Complaints
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt.
Complaints
75
Crashes
6
Fires
0
Injuries
2
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#116 complaints
Manual Transmission
Avg mileage:70,167 mi
#212 complaints
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
Avg mileage:111,723 mi
#36 complaints
Automatic Transmission
Avg mileage:68,285 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual Transmission | 16 | — | — | 70,167 mi | |
| Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) | 12 | — | — | 111,723 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 6 | 1 | — | 68,285 mi | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Retractor | 6 | — | — | 119,000 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Manual Transmission
16
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
70,167
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
111,723
Automatic Transmission
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
68,285
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
119,000
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt has 75 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Manual Transmission with 16 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt?
Top reported problems: Manual Transmission (16 complaints, avg 70,167 mi); Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) (12 complaints, avg 111,723 mi); Automatic Transmission (6 complaints, avg 68,285 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 89,676 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt?
NHTSA complaints for the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt include 6 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi 3000Gt reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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