1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt.

19951997
Complaints
26
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#18 complaints

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Avg mileage:56,400 mi
#26 complaints

Automatic Transmission

Avg mileage:104,000 mi
#32 complaints

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt.

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
56,400
Automatic Transmission
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
104,000
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Manual Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Frame And Members
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheels:Rim
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt has 26 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Seat Belts:Front:Retractor with 8 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt?
Top reported problems: Seat Belts:Front:Retractor (8 complaints, avg 56,400 mi); Automatic Transmission (6 complaints, avg 104,000 mi); Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift (2 complaints). 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 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 76,800 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt?
NHTSA complaints for the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 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 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1996 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 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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