Model year guide

1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt — representative photo
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1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints38
Combined18–19 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt recalls 1

Power Train:transfer Case (4-wheel Drive) NHTSA Campaign #02V143001 · manufacturer #SR-02-003 · 14/05/2002

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A CONDITION EXISTS THAT ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM THE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE.

Fix: 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 BEG…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt common problems

Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.

1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt MPG & running costs

Combined18–19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,810
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
Transmission3 options
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume82 cu ft
Cargo volume11 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,050 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 5 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,050
Fuel only$19,050
Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt trims & engines on record

Engines
3.0L

1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt vehicles on record

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Other Mitsubishi 3000gt model years

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1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt — frequently asked questions

Does the 1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt?

Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are seat belts, power train, steering.

What gas mileage does the 1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt get?

The 1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.