2001 Mitsubishi Diamante recalls and problems

The 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante has 2 safety recalls and 78 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mitsubishi dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
78
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
6 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Mitsubishi Diamante recalls

Recall 04V-428: Equipment

Reported Sep 1, 2004 · 100,432 vehicles affected · MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN

Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.

Risk: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.

Fix: Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. In addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. This recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. The notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. Owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.

Recall 04V-067: Equipment

Reported Feb 11, 2004 · 134,000 vehicles affected · MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Certain sport utility and passenger vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the owner's manual does not contain a step-by-step description for headrest adjustment when installing a child restraint system (Crs) tether strap.

Risk: If the tether strap is improperly installed to the tether anchor, the child safety seat may not be sufficient restrained. In the event of a crash, the child could be injured.

Fix: A letter outlining the problem will be sent to owners along with a sticker containing the correct instructions as well as instructions on where to affix the sticker in the owner's manual. The recall began on march 29, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

2001 Mitsubishi Diamante problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Visibility58
Engine and Engine Cooling14
Power Train4
Tires4
Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
Suspension3
Vehicle Speed Control1
Structure1
Equipment1
Seat Belts1
Traction Control System1
Wheels1

Most reported parts

  • Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Heater Core — 51
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 6
  • Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 4
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) — 3
  • Suspension › Front — 3
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 2
  • Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 59,750 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Traction Control System · at 100,000 miles · reported Jan 21, 2011
I have a 2001 mitsubishi diamante, and AM having problems that seem to run rampant among this model/make. My heater core went out at about 100k miles; my ABS light stays on (Due to a speed sensor fail), which renders the whole anti-lock system useless; and now my antenna mast is broken. All of these problems are pricey to fix, and most diamante users I have found experience at least a few of these conflicts. Another problem I have seen many comments about is transmission failure at 113k miles. My car has exactly that. On top of everything, it is winter, and anti-lock brakes are much preferred…
Visibility · reported Apr 9, 2009
Windows are fogging up do t a faulty heater core. I really don't mind repairing the car seeing that it has 120k on it.. I purchased the car brand new and this will be the 3rd heater core!!! What's going on!
Visibility · at 75,000 miles · reported Aug 13, 2008
Mitsubishi diamante infamous heater core problem antifreeze leaks into interior of car. Horrible sickening anti freeze smell, happens on an abundance of mitsubishi cars.
Visibility · reported Apr 14, 2008
Heater core is causing the windows to fog up, the car to smell like antifreeze and may be damaging the ECU. There are hundreds of posts online about people having this problem over and over with this car. It is clearly a manufacturers defect and customers are left paying thousands of dollars fo the repair.
Suspension · at 63,000 miles · reported Mar 15, 2008
2001 mitsubishi diamante. We have had it about six months. I have had it in to a very reputable service station and have come up empty on the following problem. The car has new tires, this occurred before and after they were installed. During more aggressive turning the car gets very unstable, bad enough to lose control. The service shop checked out all the obvious front end stuff along with the three bushings on each front wheel assembly. For the most part the car tracks straight down the road and is smooth and true. It may be described as a little soft in handling but nothing severe until…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante: 04V-428 (equipment), 04V-067 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante?

Owners report visibility problems most often (58 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (14). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 59,750 miles.

Are Mitsubishi recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mitsubishi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.