1993 Mitsubishi Diamante: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1993 Mitsubishi Diamante: 3 recalls, 29 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #93V044000 · 1993 · 300 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear outboard lower safety belt attachment bolt was inadequately torqued on installation.
Why it matters: The inadequately torqued anchor bolt could fail ina sudden stop or accident. Failure of the safety belt assembly results inincreased risk of injury to the seat occupant.
The fix: Retorque the safety belt attachments to the correct specification.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #96V143001 · 1996 · 93,000 vehicles
What's wrong: Under conditions of full lock steering and full suspension travel, the left or right front wheel-side brake hose can crack, resulting in brake fluid leakage.
Why it matters: Brake fluid leakage will cause illumination of the brake warning lamp and reduction in braking efficiency increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #96V143002 · 1996 · 10,000 vehicles
What's wrong: Under conditions of full lock steering and full suspension travel, the left or right front wheel-side brake hose can crack, resulting in brake fluid leakage.
Why it matters: Brake fluid leakage will cause illumination of the brake warning lamp and reduction in braking effectiveness increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 7 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (10): the most common themes are fails to deploy (5).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (8): the most common themes are noise or vibration (4), brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (7): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (2).
- Engine & cooling (3): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
The 1993 Mitsubishi Diamante has 29 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 12 Diamante model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 42). Complaints peaked in 1996 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 108 miles. Neighboring years: 1992 (42 complaints, 2 recalls), 1994 (27 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 1993 Mitsubishi Diamante have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 1993 Mitsubishi Diamante. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1993 Mitsubishi Diamante problems?
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (10), brakes (hydraulic) (8), transmission & drivetrain (7).
What gas mileage does the 1993 Mitsubishi Diamante get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1993 Mitsubishi Diamante repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.