1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1997 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
35 complaints1 involved a crash
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine and engine cooling · Steering · Suspension
My car IS well kept and garaged at night. in november 2012, I was having trouble with the car and was told by my mechanic of 20 years that my "total front end" on the car needed replaced. this required the replacement of gaskets, an oal flex, rack & pinion, and a wheel alignment. it was a very…
My car IS well kept and garaged at night. in november 2012, I was having trouble with the car and was told by my mechanic of 20 years that my "total front end" on the car needed replaced. this required the replacement of gaskets, an oal flex, rack & pinion, and a wheel alignment. it was a very expensive job with the explanation given that it was "worn out." now, the steering IS a problem with strange sounds and the periodic movement of the steering wheel when driving. an inspection of that disclosed that now, the "intermediate shaft on the steering wheel" needs replaced. after researching the internet, I am finding out that there have been several cars recalled for this problem and would like to know if that IS the case for this car. I have not received any notices for this. I love my car but am wondering why such an expensive car (at the time of purchase) IS having all of these problems now. I was even told that the suspension will be another future problem because they manufacturer purposely sealed them when they were made which makes them impossible to service and will require replacement. this was never told to me when I purchased it. please advise if I have any recourse with the manufacturer for these repairs. thank you. *tr
- Seat belts
Seat belt retractors stop working over time, causing extreme slack on the seat belt. There IS no tightness left on seat belt, even when wearing while driving. If a crash were to occur, the seat belt would not be able to do it's job. *tr
- Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 mitsubishi 3000gt. While driving 60 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. She was able to move the vehicle on the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the garage for diagnostic testing which indicated that the transmission transfer case wasn't sealed properly…
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 mitsubishi 3000gt. While driving 60 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. She was able to move the vehicle on the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the garage for diagnostic testing which indicated that the transmission transfer case wasn't sealed properly causing the fluid to leak. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer in april of 2003 for recall 02v143001 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive), but the vehicle was not serviced. The manufacturer stated that the recall was performed; therefore they will not offer any assistance. The failure and the current mileages were 180,000.
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
I own a 1997 mitsubishi 3000gt and the seat belt restraint system for the drives and passenger side fail to retract. The only way to resolve the problem IS to remove the seatbelt while driving and manually feed the belt back into the system. *tr
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
I own a mitsubishi 1997 3000gt VR4, and a 1996 3000gt base model. on both cars there was tremendous slacks in the seat belts. I worry that if not recalled they would do little to protect me in a collision. please investigate this.*ak
- Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Mitsubishi has not honored their responsibility on the recall nhtsa campaign ID 02v143001 for my 1997 3000gt VR4. The local zone rep has turned it done without a personal visit . I have forced a meeting with him for thursday jan 18TH but I have been told it IS a waste of my time by the local…
Mitsubishi has not honored their responsibility on the recall nhtsa campaign ID 02v143001 for my 1997 3000gt VR4. The local zone rep has turned it done without a personal visit . I have forced a meeting with him for thursday jan 18TH but I have been told it IS a waste of my time by the local dealer. my car had the oil leak and after running dry I have had damage to the transfer case leaving the car in an unsafe condition. Most disturbing was the fact that the dealer told my 18 year old son it was safe to drive home. If the gears had locked up he could have been seriously hurt. I hope you can help me put pressure on mitsubishi to act responsibly. *nm
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
My driver and passenger side seat belts will not retract normally. they require some extra force. it started where it only happened every now and then and now it IS all the time. I have not done anything to correct this yet. *nm
- Seat belts › Front
The seat belt in my 1997 SOHC 3000gt does not always retract and sometimes locks up when I lean forward. I have been in numerous close calls due wiggling out of the predicament. *nm
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Vehicle: 1997 mitsubishi 3000gt VR4 the front seat belts do not retract properly, thereby leaving enough slack in the seat belt to deem it unsafe when driving. this was also a problem on my '94 3000gt and I have heard many other complaints about this from many other owners. this IS obviously a manufacturer's defect and it should be recalled, as it effects the safety of the driver and passengers. *nm
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
1997 mitsubishi 3000gt VR-4 seat belts don't retract when you release them and you have to feed it back into the panel. *jb
- Seat belts
Driver and passenger seat belts don't retract correctly. when the seat belt doesn't retract, it leaves several inches of slack. in the event of an accident, this defect could cause serious injury or death. this defect IS common in from 1991 to 1999 for the mitsubishi 3000gt and dodge stealth GT models which technically are the same vehicle with the same part numbers. *nm
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
When the seat belt on my 1997 mitsubishi 3000gt IS pulled on, it sometimes 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
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
I own a 1997 3000gt VR4 and also owned a 1998 3000gt SL. The seat belts in both of my cars do 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. Both…
I own a 1997 3000gt VR4 and also owned a 1998 3000gt SL. The seat belts in both of my cars do 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. Both seat belts are in great condition with no damage to them. Plus with me having a baby I can not and will not accept this defect of a safety device. *nm
- Seat belts
Support for a seat belt recall on the mitsubishi 3000gt/dodge stealth all years seat belts are not a wear and tear item. Sure they may start fraying a little over time but they should always retract on their own. Everytime I lean forward to turn on the radar detector, change the station on the…
Support for a seat belt recall on the mitsubishi 3000gt/dodge stealth all years seat belts are not a wear and tear item. Sure they may start fraying a little over time but they should always retract on their own. Everytime I lean forward to turn on the radar detector, change the station on the radio, etc I have to manually pull the seat belt in. Its not safe at all. It IS a manufacturers defect and needs to be fixed. *jb
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
1 - seat belts in the mitsubishi 3000gt fail to work on a number of cars 2 - this failure to retract IS a safety concern and could be major in the event of an accident. *jb
- Wheels
1997 mitsubishi GT 3000 - defective chrome wheels flake, peel and wear inside so that a seal cannot be maintained. Constantly, inflate tires where of a horrific safety hazard. Stranded with flats. Expensive chrome wheels came standard with this vehicle. Mitsubishi has so far elected to replace only one of 4 wheels that have severe wear and affect reliability and drivable of the car. *la
- Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Nhtsa recall 02v143000 concerning transfer case. this recall failed on certain passenger vehicles. a condition existed that allowed oil to leak from transfer case (4-wheel drive). Dealer will inspect the transfer case for indications of oil leakage or damage. vehicles that have oil leakage will…
Nhtsa recall 02v143000 concerning transfer case. this recall failed on certain passenger vehicles. a condition existed that allowed oil to leak from transfer case (4-wheel drive). Dealer will inspect the transfer case for indications of oil leakage or damage. vehicles that have oil leakage will have the transfer case resealed and refilled the transfer case to the proper level or replaced the transfer case if there was evidence of damage. owner notification was expected to begin december 9, 2002. *Ak
- Wheels › Rim
Air leaking occurs in 2 tires. mits service department checked tires & stated they are fine. they stated the problem IS air leaking around the 2 rims and that seals are breaking, possibly due to wheel corrosion. the problem IS worsening. this IS the 2ND set of wheels. mitsubishi replaced all…
Air leaking occurs in 2 tires. mits service department checked tires & stated they are fine. they stated the problem IS air leaking around the 2 rims and that seals are breaking, possibly due to wheel corrosion. the problem IS worsening. this IS the 2ND set of wheels. mitsubishi replaced all 4 wheels once before for the same problem--at that time, air leaked out of all 4 tires. mitsubishi states they will not replace this set of wheels due to vehicle age and probably no investigation although at least 9 consumer complaints on nhtsa website are logged on the same make/model. not sure why anyone should expect it's acceptable to need a 3RD set of rims for a 6-year-old car. coincidence?
- Power train › Manual transmission
The transmission was leaking at the time that I purchased this car. The dealer who I had inspect the car told me that the repair would be covered under warranty, which it eventually was. However, I have since learned that these transmission fail on a very widespread basis, which I was not told. I…
The transmission was leaking at the time that I purchased this car. The dealer who I had inspect the car told me that the repair would be covered under warranty, which it eventually was. However, I have since learned that these transmission fail on a very widespread basis, which I was not told. I think this should be a recall issue. I was lucky to have caught my problem with just 3 months left on the warranty. No doubt many other people have not been so lucky. The mfg. Also created these transmissions in such a manner that they can not be repaired, only replaced. It would have cost me $6000 to replace this had I not noticed it until 3 more months had gone by. This IS not right. dt
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
Oem transfer case leak . Causing the internal components to overheat and cease up while vehicle IS in motion on interstate . Resulting in all 4 wheels locking up and going into an out-of-control state .*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
Transfer case IS leaking transmission fluid. Consumer concerned about transfer case locking up which IS posing a safety hazard.*ak consumer stated the transfer case locked up causing all the wheels to lock up *jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
A leak was coming from transfer case. dealer has not been contacted. please provide any further information. *ak
- Power train › Manual transmission
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
- Wheels › Rim
The chrome wheel rims on my car are corroding on the inside. The tires leak air because the rims do not seal properly. This causes the tire to become flat. I brought the vehicle to a tire dealer, and was told there was a definite defect in the wheels and the manufacturer shouild replace all four wheels,. Due to the nature of the wheels this will eventually happen to the wheel rims, again.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
The manufacturer does not provide parts for the gertag 6-speed transmision in this car. Inorder to replace the damaged syncros in the transmission a rebuit transmission must be purchased. The syncro failure seems to be a common problem with these cars.
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.
- 10002357Obd-ii drive cycle.
- 10000696New and revised information relating to readiness test status descriptions and procedures.
- 6088731This bulletin contains recommended automatic transmission / transaxle maintenance information.
- 6088726This bulletin contains recommended manual transmission / transaxle maintenance information.
- 614011This bulletin contains obd-ii drive cycle procedures and warranty claim information for obd-ii drive cycle on affected vehicles.
- 609771The corrections to starter relay troubleshooting instructions service manual. Yd
- 601990Vehicles may experience long cold start times, sag during warm-up, and stalling.
- 600573Repair procedures for audio failure on various model years.
- 600571Information about improved automatic transaxle end clutch.
- 600327Service manual revision on a/c clutch air gap.
- 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.
- 52626Egr and purge solenoid locations - service manual revision.
- 52620Mut-ii scan tool warranty.
- 52619Cylinder head bolt installation - service manual revision.
- 52614Throttle body procedures (eclipse/eclipse spyder, mirage, 3000gt) - service manual revision.
- 52612Generator stator removal (3000gt and 1997 mirage) - service manual revision.
- 52608New power steering hose - service manual revision.
- 52073Additional srs air bag troubleshooting procedures- service manual revision.
- 52060New valve lash adjuster noise checking and troubleshooting procedures.
- 52059Additional scheduled maintenance (distributor cap and rotor)- service manual revision.
- 506211997 tire chain usage.
- 50606Additional manual transaxle shift lever operational inspection - service manual revision.
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