1996 Mitsubishi Truck
The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Complaints filed fell from 1 in 1995 to 0 in 1996.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1995 | 1996 | vs. 1996 Small Pickup Trucks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100–3,650 | 3,100–3,450 | |
| Combined MPG | 17–20 | 18–20 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15–18 / 20–23 | 17–18 / 20–23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444–523 | 444–494 | |
| Complaints filed | 1 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 2 |
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 Truck have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What gas mileage does the 1996 Mitsubishi Truck get?
EPA rates it 18–20 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1996 Mitsubishi Truck?
EPA estimates $3,100–$3,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks | 17 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | $3,450 (high) | 494 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks | 18 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | 20 mpg (high) | $3,100 (low) | 444 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls
No recalls have been issued for this model-year.