2000 Mitsubishi Diamante recalls and problems

The 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante has 3 safety recalls and 51 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mitsubishi dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
51
Crashes / fires
3 / 0
Injuries / deaths
7 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 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.

Recall 00V-132: Parking Brake

Reported May 8, 2000 · 9,250 vehicles affected · MITSUBISHI AMERICA

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The head of the screw that holds the retaining clip for the parking brake shoe can become brittle and break off.

Risk: If the screw head breaks off, the parking brake shoe retainer clip can become dislodged and could result in the parking brake dragging and/or failure of the parking brake to properly hold. Seizure of the parking brake shoe, especially on wet or snow covered roads, could result in lockup of one of the rear wheels.

Fix: Dealers will replace the retaining clip screw and in the process inspect the rear brake system of any possible related damage. Any related damage that may be found will also be repaired.

2000 Mitsubishi Diamante problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Visibility28
Engine and Engine Cooling7
Fuel System, Gasoline6
Power Train3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Vehicle Speed Control3
Electrical System2
Air Bags2
Unknown or Other2
Fuel System, Other1
Tires1
Suspension1

Most reported parts

  • Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Heater Core — 20
  • Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 4
  • Visibility › Windshield — 2
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 2
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 2
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 60,342 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 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante complaints

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

Vehicle Speed Control · reported Apr 6, 2010
2000 mitsubishi diamante. Consumer states vehicle surged forward. The consumer stated when leaving a parking lot and attempting to pull into traffic, the vehicle barely moved at 5 MPH, even though he was pressing on the accelerator and the RPM was not moving. After going about 1/4 of a mile, all of a sudden the vehicle jumped into gear and the vehicle lurched forward. The next day, a representative from mitsubishi went to the consumer's workplace and examined the vehicle. The representative stated the throttle cable needed to be adjusted and suggested the consumer take the vehicle to the…
Vehicle Speed Control · reported Feb 10, 2010
When I first start the car, drive about a half block, obtain desired speed, take my foot off the accelerator, and then when the car slows down, I press down on the accelerator, nothing happens. So I press down further on the gas pedal, and suddenly the car lurches forward out of control. So then I have to immediately take my foot off the gas pedal and brake slightly until the car goes the right speed. This has happened only when the car was cold and only intermittently, about seven times in the last 10 years. My mechanic supposedly fixed it, but the accelerator got stuck again after the…
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 86,000 miles · reported Sep 29, 2008
My wife and I noticed antifreeze odor coming in through vents. When our windows would fog, our defroster wouldn't work. Then our passenger side floor was soaked with antifreeze. We took the car to the dealer, our heater core was leaking. Cost was $1300 to repair. Mitsubishi should be held responsible!! Too many complaints.
Visibility · at 43,000 miles · reported Nov 13, 2007
For over 2 years now I have had problems with an odor in my 2000 diamanti and the defogger never seemed to work on the windows. A couple of weeks ago I saw something leak onto the passenger side rug but didn't' t guess that this could have something to do with the heater core. Upon taking it to my dealer I was told this was hole in the heater core that had to be fixed immediately because it was dangerous and hazardous to my health to breath the fumes that were coming out of the core. The cost would be approximately $1200. I noticed I often had headaches when I drove long distances but was very…
Visibility · at 78,307 miles · reported Jul 1, 2007
Sudden heater core gasket leak, instantaneous fogging of all windows, causing a severe driving hazard, especially when it happens at highway speeds.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante: 04V-428 (equipment), 04V-067 (equipment), 00V-132 (parking brake). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante?

Owners report visibility problems most often (28 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 60,342 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.