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1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 84 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 5.3 times the median 3000GT year — the 1994 model ranks #2 of 16 3000GT years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: seat belts issues account for 45% of all reports (38 of 84), far ahead of transmission at 24.

84

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

1

Investigations

5

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1994 compare to other 3000GT years?

3000GT NHTSA complaints by model year, 1994 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, 1994 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Seat Belts3845%
Transmission2429%
Brakes67%
Engine56%
Speed Control34%
Steering22%
Suspension22%
Tires & Wheels22%
Visibility & Wipers11%
Airbags11%

Does the 1994 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.

“I WOULD LIKE TO STATE THAT MY SEAL BELT DOESN'T WORK AS IT SHOULD ON MY 1994 3000GT SL. I HAVE LOOKED ONLINE AND IT HAS COME TO MY ATTENTION THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM FOR EVERY YEAR OF THIS VEHICLE. I FEEL VERY UNSAFE TRYING TO BUT ON MY SEAT BELT BECAUSE IT WILL NOT RETRACT THE WAY IT SHOULD.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · March 17, 2005

“DEALERSHIP REPLACED 5TH GEAR UNDER WARRANTY AND NOW 3RD GEAR SYNCHROS ARE GOING OUT. ALSO FRONT DISC BRAKES GET WARPED EVERY 6 MONTHS OR SO OF DRIVING, HAVE TO REPLACE/RESURFACE ROTORS BEFORE BRAKE PADS NEED REPLACING EVERY TIME. HAVE REPLACED ROTORS 4 TIMES IN 3 YEARS. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 1, 1997

“DEALERSHIP REPLACED 5TH GEAR UNDER WARRANTY AND NOW 3RD GEAR SYNCHROS ARE GOING OUT. ALSO FRONT DISC BRAKES GET WARPED EVERY 6 MONTHS OR SO OF DRIVING, HAVE TO REPLACE/RESURFACE ROTORS BEFORE BRAKE PADS NEED REPLACING EVERY TIME. HAVE REPLACED ROTORS 4 TIMES IN 3 YEARS. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 1, 1997

“WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE, FOR NO APPARENT REASON, VEHICLE SUDDENLY WOULD ACCELERATE, TRIED APPLYING THE BRAKES, TO NO AVAIL, BRAKES WOULD NOT SLOW/STOP VEHICLE, WOULD DOUBLE IN SPEED*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 8, 1996

“FLOOR MAT IS SUPPOSED TO BE ANCHORED WITH LOCKING CLIP TO KEEP FROM TRAVELING; CLIP IS NOT INSTALLED, CAUSED SUDDEN ACCELERATION; CAR HIT GUARD RAIL/EMBANKMENT.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · March 16, 1995 · crash

1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT — common questions

Is the 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 84 complaints put the 1994 model at #2 of 16 3000GT years. It is one of the 3000GT years to avoid.

What are the most common 1994 3000GT problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are seat belts (38 complaints), transmission (24 complaints), brakes (6 complaints).

Does the 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation 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.