Mitsubishi Diamante Problems by Year
NHTSA has 407 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Mitsubishi Diamante, across 9 model years (1995–2004). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (123). The most reported problem area overall is visibility.
Mitsubishi Diamante years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Diamante year: 2001, 2002. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 Diamante: 123 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2001 Diamante: 78 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2003 Diamante: 56 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2004 Diamante: 3 complaints, 1 recall
- 1995 Diamante: 12 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 Diamante: 23 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mitsubishi Diamante problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility problems | 210 | 7 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 86 | 8 | 2 |
| Power Train | 40 | 7 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 33 | 7 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 5 | 1 |
| Tires | 14 | 7 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 5 | 1 |
| Suspension | 13 | 6 | 0 |
| Structure | 10 | 8 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 5 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 4 | 7 |
| Equipment | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Mitsubishi Diamante problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2002: visibility (71)
- 2001: visibility (56)
All Mitsubishi Diamante model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Diamante | 3 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2003 Diamante | 56 | 2 | — | Visibility | More complaints than other years |
| 2002 Diamante | 123 | 3 | — | Visibility | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2001 Diamante | 78 | 2 | — | Visibility | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2000 Diamante | 51 | 3 | — | Visibility | More complaints than other years |
| 1999 Diamante | 23 | 2 | — | Visibility | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 1998 Diamante | 27 | 1 | — | Visibility | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 1997 Diamante | 34 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | About as many complaints as other years |
| 1995 Diamante | 12 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far fewer complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mitsubishi Diamante years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2001 (78), 2002 (123) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Diamante year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mitsubishi Diamante?
Visibility, with 210 complaints across 7 model years.
How many recalls does the Mitsubishi Diamante have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.