MYRModel Year Report

1994 Mitsubishi Diamante

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1994 Mitsubishi Diamante
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:43:44.924Z

Only 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mitsubishi Diamante Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1994 highlighted. 1992: 42 complaints 1992 1993: 29 complaints 1994: 27 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1997: 34 complaints 1997 1998: 27 complaints 1999: 23 complaints 1999 2000: 51 complaints 2001: 78 complaints 2001 2002: 123 complaints 2003: 56 complaints 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004
1994: 27 complaints
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YearComplaints
199242
199329
199427
199512
199734
199827
199923
200051
200178
2002123
200356
20043

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 27 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

6 of 27 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.

CRASH INJURY
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WAS IN AN ACCIDENT THE DRIVERS AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY AND SEAT BELT DIDN'T RESTRAIN HIT THE FRONT WINDSHIELD. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950109

Also filed under SEAT BELTS

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 MITSUBISHI DIAMANTE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160621

SERVICE BRAKES

6 of 27 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

SEAT BELTS

4 of 27 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.

CRASH INJURY
TIRES

3 of 27 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.

CRASH
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CONSUMER STATES PURCHASED NEW TIRE ON 12/6/02. ON 12/24/02 WHILE DRIVING TIRE BLEWOUT CAUSING EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO VEHICLE. TIRE INFO: B.F.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030106

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 27 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19960915 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.

Campaign 96V143001 — check if this car was fixed

R 19961203 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.

Campaign 96V143002 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1994 Mitsubishi Diamante — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 96V143001 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 96V143002 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1997 ● 1992 ● 2000

WORST YEARS

■ 2002 ◆ 2001 ● 2003

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Mitsubishi Diamante reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Mitsubishi Diamante?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1994 Mitsubishi Diamante have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.