1996 Mitsubishi 3000 GT
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 11 of 25 complaints (44%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Suspension, Wheels & Tires include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 56 in 1995 to 25 in 1996.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 | 1998 | vs. 1996 Subcompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,300–4,300 | 4,100–4,300 | 3,300–4,300 | 3,300–4,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 18–19 | 18–19 | 18–19 | 18–19 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16–17 / 22–23 | 16–17 / 22–23 | 16–17 / 22–23 | 16–17 / 21–23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 468–494 | 468–494 | 468–494 | 468–494 | |
| Complaints filed | 56 | 25 | 35 | 15 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000 GT have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000 GT?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 11 of 25 NHTSA complaints (44%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000 GT get?
EPA rates it 18–19 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1996 Mitsubishi 3000 GT?
EPA estimates $4,100–$4,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | $4,300 (high) | 494 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 17 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | $4,100 (low) | 468 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | $4,300 (high) | 494 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) · Campaign 02V143001 · Jun 3, 2002
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.