2002 Mitsubishi Diamante: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante: 3 recalls, 123 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.
Electrical Vehicle recall #02V100001 · 2002 · 3,885 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the main under hood electrical wiring harness May have insufficient clearance between the engine control harness and the exhaust heat shield. As a result, the harness could come in contact with the heat shield, which could result in melting of the harness insulation.
Why it matters: The melting of the harness insulation could result in grounding of the crank angle sensor wiring, causing the engine to run erratically or stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the harness for damage and, if none is evident, will tie the harness back to prevent the harness from ever coming into contact with the heat shield. Any harness that shows evidence of damage will be repaired as necessary and then tied back to prevent future damage. Owner…
Equipment Vehicle recall #04V067000 · 2004 · 134,000 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The 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.
Equipment Vehicle recall #04V428000 · 2004 · 100,432 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
The 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…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 2 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Visibility (wipers, glass) (71): the most common themes are leaks (42), warning light on (7), fire / smoke (5).
- Engine & cooling (38): the most common themes are leaks (24), warning light on (8), overheating (3).
- Transmission & drivetrain (10): the most common themes are leaks (3).
- Electrical (9): the most common themes are leaks (4), electrical failure (3), stalls / loses power (2).
The 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante has 123 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 12 Diamante model years for complaints (2.9× the average Diamante year). Complaints peaked in 2006 (26 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 60,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2001 (78 complaints, 2 recalls), 2003 (56 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2002 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 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante problems?
Owners have filed 123 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are visibility (wipers, glass) (71), engine & cooling (38), transmission & drivetrain (10).
What gas mileage does the 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante repair manual?
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