1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. Newest first.
On certain passenger vehicles, a condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all-wheel drive transfer case.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Owner complaints
56 complaints6 involved a crash2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system · Engine
Sputtering, staling, no pick up, erractic idling. All caused by faulty engine control management ( ecm) computer.. many close call , near accidents. Check the cars forums, there are many complaints with the exact same safety problem, in which mitsubishi IS responsible for. Used car computers…
Sputtering, staling, no pick up, erractic idling. All caused by faulty engine control management ( ecm) computer.. many close call , near accidents. Check the cars forums, there are many complaints with the exact same safety problem, in which mitsubishi IS responsible for. Used car computers , mainly 1991 to 1995 , are sold with the same problem that their current one has. Owners throwing their money away on unknologable mechanics. Please before the owners like myself get injured from a stalling vehicle, check into this situation. Thank you.
- Power train · Wheels
TL* the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt. While driving approximately 80 mph, the wheels on the vehicle seized. The vehicle was towed to vern eide honda sioux city at 4625 singing hills blvd, sioux city, ia 51106 where they informed the contact that the vehicle was unable to be repaired per a…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt. While driving approximately 80 mph, the wheels on the vehicle seized. The vehicle was towed to vern eide honda sioux city at 4625 singing hills blvd, sioux city, ia 51106 where they informed the contact that the vehicle was unable to be repaired per a recall and would cost $200 to repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was too old to be repaired per the recall. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 02v143001 (power train). The approximate failure mileage was 151,000.
- Visibility/wiper
Driver and passenger sunvisors come lose all the time. screws used have a steep thread, they come lose and visors fall from the roof. happened since the purchase in 1999.
- Power train · Visibility/wiper
TL* the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt. While driving 45 mph, the transmission failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also stated that the battery had to be…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt. While driving 45 mph, the transmission failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also stated that the battery had to be replaced five times within months and an unknown window failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,000.
- Air bags › Frontal
1995 mitsubishi 3000gt SL. Consumer stated purchased vehicle off ebay and upon delivery, he discovered the airbag had been removed *tgw
- Engine and engine cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt. while entering the vehicle, the contact noticed oil on the ground underneath the vehicle. upon further investigation, he determined that the oil transfer case was failing. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for further inspection. the dealer…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt. while entering the vehicle, the contact noticed oil on the ground underneath the vehicle. upon further investigation, he determined that the oil transfer case was failing. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for further inspection. the dealer refused to inspect the vehicle and stated that it had previously been repaired under recall for the oil transfer case. the contact was informed that he would be responsible for any additional expenses. the contact called the manufacturer and was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer for further inspection. the contact feels that the part that was replaced during the recall repair was defective and needs to be replaced again. the vehicle has not been repaired. the nhtsa campaign ID number was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 105,400.
- Power train
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt. while driving 68 mph, the transfer case (driveshaft) on the vehicle shut down and caused the wheels to lock in the middle of traffic. the failure almost caused a serious crash on the highway. the current and failure mileages were 109,000.
- Structure › Frame and members
Crack in front chassis crossmember above rack & pinion, making vehicle difficult to control during braking. Also excessive tire wear on front passenger tire. Dealer claims there IS no recall. Complete replacement of crossmember IS necessary. Welding of this part would not be safe. Vehicle has not been repaired yet. *tr
- Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
While looking for an opportunity to pass another car, the accelerator pedal got stuck and the car's speed was increasing rapidly. while there was no opportunity to pass (another car coming from opposite direction), the driver had to swerve quickly back to own lane while the car?s accelerator pedal…
While looking for an opportunity to pass another car, the accelerator pedal got stuck and the car's speed was increasing rapidly. while there was no opportunity to pass (another car coming from opposite direction), the driver had to swerve quickly back to own lane while the car?s accelerator pedal was still stuck. the driver was trying to apply brakes without success of releasing the accelerator pedal. the driver lost control of the vehicle and the car spun to a left side ditch facing the opposite direction and hitting a traffic sign. the accelerator pedal did not disengage until the ignition was turned off. the car was totaled. no personal injuries. *tr
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
The seat belt would not retract after it has been pulled. The seat belt then leaves far too much slack. This could result in injury to all who drive a mitsubishi 3000gt or dodge stealth. *nm
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
The seat belts on my 3000gt and like many others does not retract and IS a hazard to us on the road. I would like to be fixed asap.. *Jb
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Seat belt malfunction. Seat belt does not retract properly even when fed. Seat belt often twists in the guider/holder causing it to get stuck making it unusable a majority of the time. This has been this way for 8 years prior to the date of this complaint. *jb
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
My seat belt (driver and passenger) does not retract. It will if you feed it back through the slot from where it comes out of or after an extended period of time. The only events leading to this failure in my opinion IS repeated use. The failure of the seat belt to retract can cause injury to…
My seat belt (driver and passenger) does not retract. It will if you feed it back through the slot from where it comes out of or after an extended period of time. The only events leading to this failure in my opinion IS repeated use. The failure of the seat belt to retract can cause injury to myself/passenger in the event of a crash since I would be jolted farther forward than I would normally with a properly working seat belt. *jb
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
The seat belts in my mitsubishi 3000gt does not function properly. When the seat belt IS pulled on it does not retract, leaving enough slack in the belt that if an accident were to occur, it would not serve its purpose as a safety restraint. *Jb
- Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Regarding nhtsa recall ID: 02v143001 for the transfer case on the 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt VR-4. My car's transfer case began leaking about 100 miles ago. Through my car club I was informed that there was a safety recall issued on this and to call the dealer. I called the dealer to see when I could…
Regarding nhtsa recall ID: 02v143001 for the transfer case on the 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt VR-4. My car's transfer case began leaking about 100 miles ago. Through my car club I was informed that there was a safety recall issued on this and to call the dealer. I called the dealer to see when I could schedule my repair and they asked for my vin#. When they ran the vin# they found out that the previous car owner took the car in dec. Of 2002 and the transfer case passed inspection so the safety recall was no longer available for my car. I then called mitsubishi of north america and they told me they were no longer liable for this repair. I went back to my car club and found out from several members that they had the recall done several times with little or no hassle from mitsubishi. They suggested I contact you and file a complaint. If this isn't addressed, the transfer case can lock up at high speeds causing my rear wheels to seize and my vehicle to lose control and possibly roll or spin out of control. So this IS definitely a major safety issue. I don't feel safe driving it now, and I certainly won't even consider letting my wife or 6 month old son ride in the car until this IS addressed. My car has 127K miles on it so it has been driving less than 12K a year. Mitsubishi didn't replace or fix anything on the transfer case when the recall was originally done in 2002. I feel they should still be liable for this. I've had nothing but grief with them everytime I try to hold them accountable for safety related issues. Last year I had to buy new seat belts because mine no longer retracted. Manufacturers like honda and toyota warranty seat belts for the life of the car. I would buy a new transfer case, except with parts and labor it would be over $3000 and I don't feel this IS my responsibility since there IS a government mandated safety recall on this, and it technically has never been repaired or serviced before. *nm
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
My 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt's seat belts do not properly retract. this became a problem shortly after I'D purchased the car. *nm
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
I bought this car back in september. The seat belts have never retracted by themselves after buckling in. I have to feed it back in with my hand. I am afraid of what would happen if myself or my passenger was not properly secured during an accident. *nm
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
My seat belts in my 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt do not retract properly, and stay loose when driving. there IS a lot of slack on the driver and passenger seat belts when in use and IS a hazard to my passenger and myself if we were ever involved in an accident. there are many mitsubishi 3000gts and…
My seat belts in my 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt do not retract properly, and stay loose when driving. there IS a lot of slack on the driver and passenger seat belts when in use and IS a hazard to my passenger and myself if we were ever involved in an accident. there are many mitsubishi 3000gts and dodge stealths with the same problem. this IS a manufacturing defect, not a wear-and-tear item, and should be recalled to institute safety in these vehicles.
- Equipment · Seat belts › Front › Retractor
The seat belts on my 1995 mitsubishi 3000gt will not retract on their own. I have tried cleaning them but that doesn't help. Mitsubishi does not cover this anymore because the time frame IS up. Many other 3000gt's of all years in all conditions have the same problem. I feel that this IS a safety issue mitsubishi should be fixing, not me. *Jb
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
The seat belt doesn't retract and leaves slack in it when it IS buckled. It doesn't function properly. *nm
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Both driver and passenger side seat belts do not properly retract. I have used leather conditioner on the belts, which will for a period of at least half a year fix the problem. But after a while they will go back to not retracting. I have not been in an accident so I do not have first hand experience if this issue defects the safety use of the seat belt. *jb
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
I have a 1995 mitsubishi 3000 VR4 that has seat belts that do not work. they do not fully retract when pulled out. I have owned the car for 10 years and they have not consistently worked since just about day one. it started infrequently and now it IS constant where the seat belts do not retract and fit snug against your body when driving. I consider this a serious potential safety issue. *jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Dt: the contact complained about transmission problems. the previous owner had the transmission rebuilt on october 4, 2003. later, the transmission was again rebuilt. the contact was having problems again with the transmission when the vehicle was totaled in an accident. *ak
- Wheels
Dt: the contact's vehicle crashed. The rear passenger wheel split in two places. The driver lost control and over corrected. The vehicle proceeded into a fence and was totaled. A police report was taken , and insurance report IS on file. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
Rotors are warped ; problem stems from either defective rotor or defective caliper not releasing piston ; I am still investigating and attempting to pinpoint exact cause. Vehicle has less than 40K miles. Severe shimming of steering wheel could cause loss of control of car at highway speed!!!!*ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Transfer case lockup
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10211530This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
- 10170852This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
- 10170100This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170099This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
- 10170097This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170096This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170087This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170086This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170074This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170071This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170070This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
- 10169006This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10163703This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
- 10130469This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 100037575-Speed transfer case assembly identification.
- 6088731This bulletin contains recommended automatic transmission / transaxle maintenance information.
- 6088726This bulletin contains recommended manual transmission / transaxle maintenance information.
- 634695Subject regarding getrag transfer cases.
- 615976Mmsa has determined that under certain conditions, the front lower brake hoses may develop a crack, causing a loss of brake fluid.
- 609771The corrections to starter relay troubleshooting instructions service manual. Yd
- 601995Updated repair policies & procedures for spyder retractable hardtops.
- 601990Vehicles may experience long cold start times, sag during warm-up, and stalling.
- 600571Information about improved automatic transaxle end clutch.
- 54302Information containing new and revised procedures for adjusting headlight aim on affected vehicles.
- 54299Service manual revision on supplemental restraint system (srs) cautions and warnings.
- 54032Information containing additional glass antenna cautions and inspection procedures.
- 53047Describing how to reprogram the homelink transmitter.
- 52630Throttle body procedures - service manual revision.
- 52629Corrected cylinder head bolt tightening procedures - service manual revision.
- 52626Egr and purge solenoid locations - service manual revision.
- 52620Mut-ii scan tool warranty.
- 52612Generator stator removal (3000gt and 1997 mirage) - service manual revision.
- 520913000Gt spyder water leak test procedures.
- 52073Additional srs air bag troubleshooting procedures- service manual revision.
- 52060New valve lash adjuster noise checking and troubleshooting procedures.
- 50619Flipper door spring replacement.
- 50606Additional manual transaxle shift lever operational inspection - service manual revision.
- 39730Horn buttons on some affected vehicles may spontaneously pop out of the steering wheel.
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