The most-reported 3000GT run is JA3XE74C9NY (1992 builds) with 9 complaints, 4.5× the typical run. Power train problems make up 52% of reports; 1992 is the worst model year at 3.2 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for 3000GT model years 1991–1999.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Mitsubishi 3000GT has 144 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 14% of every 3000GT complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JA3XE74C9NY•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| JA3XE74C7NY•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| JA3XE74C3NY•••••• | 1992 | — | 1 | |
| JA3XE74C8NY•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| JA3XE74C1NY•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| JA3XE74C6NY•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| JA3XE74CXNY•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| JA3XE74C9MY•••••• | 1991 | — | — | |
| JA3XE74C2NY•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| JA3XE74C5MY•••••• | 1991 | — | — | |
| JA3XE74C4NY•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| JA3XE74C7MY•••••• | 1991 | — | — |
Each of the other 132 3000GT runs has 5 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 12 3000GT VINs so far, most often 1991, 1994, 1992 builds; 3 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Mitsubishi 3000GT the gap between build years is 2.5×: a 1992 car draws 3.2 complaints per run, a 1999 one 1.3.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 9 | 7 | 1 | |
| 1998 | 14 | 10 | — | |
| 1997 | 26 | 19 | 1 | |
| 1996 | 14 | 9 | — | |
| 1995 | 45 | 26 | 4 | |
| 1994 | 48 | 29 | 3 | |
| 1992 | 89 | 28 | — | |
| 1991 | 44 | 17 | 1 |
Heaviest year here is 1992 at 3.2 complaints per run; lightest is 1999 at 1.3.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 52% of everything Mitsubishi 3000GT owners report: Power Train, 152 of 289 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | — | — | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | |
| Wheels | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | — | — | |
| Suspension | 2 | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 6 recall campaigns on the Mitsubishi 3000GT; the 6 below cover build years 1991 to 1999. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 02V143001 | Power Train:transfer Case (4-wheel Drive) | 1991–1999 |
| 96V143002 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1991–1994 |
| 96V143001 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1991–1994 |
| 04V428000 | Equipment:other:labels | 1999 |
| 95V103004 | Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly | 1991 |
| 93V033000 | Power Train:driveline | 1991 |
02V143001 was opened in 2002 on cars built from 1991: 11 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
Of the 289 reports on the Mitsubishi 3000GT, 3.5% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Mitsubishi 3000GT | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 289 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 10 (3.5%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (0.3%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 10 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 40% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Mitsubishi 3000GT share of that is 289 complaints over 144 runs, 0.03% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Mitsubishi 3000GT VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 289 NHTSA complaints from 144 3000GT runs and 6 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which 3000GT production run has the most complaints?
JA3XE74C9NY, a 1992 build, with 9 complaints. The typical 3000GT run has 2.
Which 3000GT years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1992 is heaviest at 3.2 complaints per run and 1999 lightest at 1.3.
How many 3000GT complaints involve a crash?
3.5% of 289 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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