2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 42 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1997 | 34 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 51 |
| 2001 | 78 |
| 2002 | 123 |
| 2003 | 56 |
| 2004 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
59% of complaints: visibility — 72 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing heater core and defroster/defogger/hvac system.
INJURY31% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 38 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cooling system and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
CRASH INJURY10% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).
INJURY7% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing interior/under dash.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MITSUBISHI DIAMANTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 75 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE BUT THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND WITHOUT ANY WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A PASSENGER VAN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121001
Also filed under FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
4% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
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 C
Remedy: 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 EVIDEN
Campaign 02V100001 — check if this car was fixed
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
Remedy: 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
Campaign 04V067000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.
Remedy: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN WILL MAIL A CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER CONTAINING A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AND A GRAPHIC OF THE BI-LINGUAL DASHBOARD AIR BAG WARNING LABEL.
Campaign 04V428000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2002 Mitsubishi Diamante — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (72 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (38 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 04V428000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 02V100001 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V067000 (equipment) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante have?
3 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.