1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Wheels (4 reports).

1Recalls
15Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 3000GT?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT recalls

Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)

Recall 02V143001May 14, 200215,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT problems

Problem areas named in the 15 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Wheels4
Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
Seat Belts3
Power Train2
Tires1
Structure1
Suspension1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Electrical System1
Air Bags1

What owners report

2014-06-22, Air Bags
GOT IN THE CAR PUT KEY IN IGNITION STARTED TO TURN KEY AND PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYED FOR APPARENTLY NO REASON. BROKE WINDSHIELD. WAS UNABLE TO SEE OR HEAR AT FIRST AND SUFFERED A CUT UNDER CHIN AND HEADACHE FOR 4 DAYS. WHERE THE CAR WAS PARKED THERE WAS NO WAY FOR ANYONE TO HIT THE FRONT END. THERE IS VIDEO SHOWING NO DAMAGE TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE CAR AT ALL. THERE WAS WITNESSES TO THE FACT THAT THE CAR NEVER MOVED AND ENGINE NEVER STARTED. *TR
2008-09-04, Electrical System
VEHICLE STALLS WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD LOOSES ALL ELECTRICAL IF YOU CYCLE IGNITION SWITCH IT IMMEDIATELY RESTARTS BUT ONCE IT LOOSES ALL POWER THERE IS NO POWER STEERING NEARLY RESULTING IN A CRASH ON SEVERAL TURNS. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS OR CODES. RANDOM NO SET PATTERN TO IT HAPPENING.. UPON RESEARCHING THE INTERNET SEVERAL MITSUBISHI PRODUCTS SHARE THIS FAILURE OR FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH ..THERE ARE ALL KINDS OF COMPLAINTS OF THIS .EVEN STEERING LOCKING ..VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION!! A LIGHT TO MODERATE BUMP WILL STALL THE CAR OR CAUSE IGNITION SWITCH TO SHUT DOWN LOOSING ALL POWER EVEN RADIO MORE SO IN LEFT HAND TURNS. IT HAPPENS ON A DAILY BASIS SOMETIMES ONCE EVERY 5-10 MINUTES .
2007-08-23, Seat Belts
BOTH SEATBELTS IN THE FRONT OF MY 1998 MITSUBISHI 3000GT VR4 DO NOT RETRACT WHEN THERE IS SLACK IN THEM. *TR
2006-08-13, Seat Belts
SEAT BELTS IN MY 1998 MITSUBISHI 3000GT SL DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. WHEN PULLED ON TO LOCK INTO RECEIVER THEY DO NOT RETRACT THUS LEAVING SLACK WHICH CAN CAUSE PASSENGER TO GO FORWARD CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY. *NM
2006-07-10, Wheels
SEVERE TICK IN ENGINE EVEN AFTER DEALER CHANGED ALL LIFTERS. CHROME 17" FACTORY RIMS BREAK SEAL ON TIRES RESULTING IN NUMEROUS FLAT TIRES. *NM

1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT questions

Does the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT: Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive). Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT?

Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (4), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (4), Seat Belts (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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