2004 Mitsubishi Diamante recalls and problems

The 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mitsubishi dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 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.

2004 Mitsubishi Diamante problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train3

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,000 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 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante complaints

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

Power Train · at 3 miles · reported Nov 8, 2019
The diamante has an odd issue where the vehicle will not shift gears correctly which an extremely dangerous issue for drivers. The information board shows the transaction rapidly switching from neutral to drive excessively. I have had multiple mechanic shops look into this issue from transmission specialists, to electrical specialist and have had no positive results.
Power Train · reported Jun 13, 2012
Cpsc#i11b0131a. 2004 mitsubishi diamante. F4a51 automatic transmission failure. The consumer stated she has concerns with the safety and reliability of mitsubishi and dodge vehicles and their owners that have the mitsubishi f4a51 automatic transmission in certain make/models. The main issues seemed to be a manufacturing defect in the wave/cushion spring located in the transmission designed the wave spring as a fragile two coil piece which has been known to repeatedly break causing catastrophic failure in the transmission. When the wave breaks, actual pieces of the wave spring make it through…
Power Train · at 50,000 miles · reported Nov 15, 2011
The main issue seems to be a manufacturing defect in the wave/cushion spring located in the transmission. Mitsubishi has designed the wave spring as a fragile two coil piece which has been known to repeatedly break causing catastrophic failure in the transmission. This in turn poses a threat on the driver and passengers. When this wave spring breaks, actual pieces of the wave spring make it through mitsubishis also faulty transmission filter and lodge themselves in the pump gear, causing the gear to actually break. After the pump gear has been broken inside the transmission, all forward and…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante: 04V-428 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante?

Owners report power train problems most often (3 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,000 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.