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1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 135 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 8.4 times the median 3000GT year — the 1992 model ranks #1 of 16 3000GT years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: transmission issues account for 62% of all reports (84 of 135), far ahead of seat belts at 29.

135

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

2

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1992 compare to other 3000GT years?

3000GT NHTSA complaints by model year, 1992 highlighted135 complaints1986: 0 complaints1987: 0 complaints1988: 0 complaints1989: 0 complaints1990: 0 complaints1991: 75 complaints1992: 135 complaints1993: 77 complaints1994: 84 complaints1995: 62 complaints1996: 26 complaints1997: 42 complaints1998: 19 complaints1999: 13 complaints2001: 1 complaints2002: 1 complaints
3000GT NHTSA complaints by model year, 1992 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission8462%
Seat Belts2921%
Suspension43%
Brakes32%
Engine32%
Speed Control21%
Visibility & Wipers21%
Fuel System21%
Electrical System21%
Other11%
Lighting11%
Airbags11%
Tires & Wheels11%

Does the 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

02V143001TransmissionMay 14, 2002 · 15,000 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A CONDITION EXISTS THAT ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM THE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE.

Consequence

LOW OIL LEVELS IN THE TRANSFER CASE COULD CAUSE BEARING DAMAGE AND RESULT IN DRIVE TRAIN LOCKUP, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSFER CASE FOR INDICATIONS OF OIL LEAKAGE OR DAMAGE. VEHICLES THAT HAVE OIL LEAKAGE WILL HAVE THE TRANSFER CASE RESEALED AND RE-FILL THE TRANSFER CASE TO THE PROPER LEVEL, OR REPLACED THE TRANSFER CASE IF THERE IS EVIDENCE OF DAMAGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DECEMBER 9, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AMERICA AT 1-888-648-7820 OR MITSUBMISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.

96V143002BrakesAugust 12, 1996 · 10,000 units

Defect

UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.

Consequence

BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP AND REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.

96V143001BrakesJuly 25, 1996 · 93,000 units

Defect

UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.

Consequence

BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP AND REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFICIENCY INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 MITSUBISHI 3000GT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWERTRAIN WAS LEAKING FLUID THROUGH THE CASKET. HE REFERENCED RECALL 02V143001 (POWER TRAIN TRANSFER CASE (4- WHEEL DRIVE) FOR WHICH THE REPAIRS HAD BEEN PERFORMED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE POSSESSION OF THE A PREVIOUS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · April 6, 2010 · fire

“I OWN A DODGE STEALTH AND THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS DO NOT FUNCTIONS PROPERLY. THEY HAVEN'T WORKED SINCE I HAVE HAD THE VEHICLE. WHEN YOU PULL THE BELT OUT TO STRAP IT IN IT DOES NOT RETRACT ON ITS OWN. THE BELT RARELY LOCKS WHEN BRAKING . I DON'T NOT FELL THE BELT WILL PROTECT ME…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · March 17, 2007

“WHILE DRINVING 5MPH THE LEFT FRON SUSPENSION CAME APART CAUSING THE WHEEL TO JAM UP UNDER THE CAR, DUE TO MISSING LEFT FRONT CONTRO ARM BOLT, ASSUMING NUT CAME LOOSE AND CAUSED THE BOLT TO FALL OUT OR BROKE OFF AND FELL OUT.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · October 22, 1996

“EMERGENCY PARK BRAKE DID NOT HOLD. FIRST TIME VEHICLE ROLLED ACROSS YARD. THIS TIME IT ROLLED DOWNHILL, AND HIT A TREE. AMOUNT OF DAMAGE UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · January 27, 2001 · crash

“DEFECT IF THE AUTOLASH ADJUSTERS WEAR SO QUICKLY. IT SEEMS TO ME THAT IF ENGINE POWER IS AFFECTED, THEN EMISSIONS MUST ALSO BE AFFECTED. THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WILL ALL MITSUBISHI 3000 GT VR4'S AND THE DEALERS WRITE IT OFF AS A CHARACTERISTIC OF THE CAR, BUT IT IS A DEFECT THAT IS CAUSING HARM…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · November 30, 1992

1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT — common questions

Is the 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 135 complaints put the 1992 model at #1 of 16 3000GT years. It is one of the 3000GT years to avoid.

What are the most common 1992 3000GT problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (84 complaints), seat belts (29 complaints), suspension (4 complaints).

Does the 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Mitsubishi 3000GT years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 3000GT years to avoid are 1992, 1994, 1993, 1991, 1995, 1997. The cleanest record among 3000GT years belongs to 1990.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.