Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 84 | 07/01/2002 | 636944 | Subject regarding inoperative tachometer. *tt | 11/15/2002 | |
| 85 | 08/01/2002 | 636835 | Information on diagnosing an inoperative tachometer. *tt | 11/14/2002 | |
| 85 | 08/01/2002 | 636855 | Bulletin review regarding tsb-02-23-004 - revises bolt tightening torque values for transmission output shaft retainer and transmission oil pump. *tt | 11/14/2002 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 0523004 | 07/01/2005 | 0523004 | 10016754 | 2-3 shift flare. *tt | 10/04/2005 |
| TSB0223004 | 07/01/2002 | TSB0223004 | 635099 | This bulletin revises the tightening torque values for the transmission output shaft retainer bolts and the transmission oil pump mounting bolts. *tt | 10/18/2002 |
| TSB0123001 | 02/01/2001 | 618234 | This bulletin contains information about a change in configuration for the a/t solenoid valve harness and transmission fluid (aft) temperature sensor. *jb | 04/10/2001 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||||
| 0313003 | 10/01/2004 | 0413009 | 10001206 | Power train control module (pcm) reprogramming for diagnostic trouble code p0133 and p0154. *tt | 04/22/2003 |
| 011001 | 10/01/2001 | 627225 | Some vehicles may experience traction control on-off light illuminating. *jb | 02/06/2002 | |
| TSB0113005 | 07/01/2001 | 622430 | This bulletin contains diagnostic information for tcl diagnostic trouble codes 72 and 73, pcm circuit system diagnosis, which was omitted from the original service manual. *tt | 10/17/2001 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER | |||||
| 0323006 | 10/01/2003 | 0123010 | 10004448 | Torque converter shudder, surge, and/or vibration (possibly intermittent) when driving 35-50 mph at steady throttle. *tt | 12/15/2003 |
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 93 | 05/01/2003 | 10002722 | Vibration increasing with speed. *tt | 09/11/2003 | |
| 93 | 05/01/2003 | 10002720 | Vibration increasing with speed. *tt | 09/11/2003 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 01/21/2011 | 100000 | ||
| I have a 2001 mitsubishi diamante, and am having problems that seem to run rampant among this model/make. my heater core went out at about 100k miles; my abs light stays on (due to a speed sensor fail), which renders the whole anti-lock system useless; and now my antenna mast is broken. all of these problems are pricey to fix, and most diamante users i have found experience at least a few of these conflicts. another problem i have seen many comments about is transmission failure at 113k miles. my car has exactly that. on top of everything, it is winter, and anti-lock brakes are much preferred in icy weather. i am starting to smell antifreeze again, the warning sign to a failing heater core, which can leak onto a transmission computer and cause it to fail as well. i am beginning to worry about being stranded, and even being safe in my car. i know i am not the only one complaining, because i have been online all day reading forums from people with similar issues (see the following: http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/mitsubishi/diamante/r76426/comments/page-5/). something must be done! | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||
| 09/17/2004 | 71300 | 2 | 10/01/2002 |
| 1) smelled antifreeze but could not find a source. 2) heater coil was leaking. 3) leaked on a computer that controlled my transmission. why would anyone place an electrical part under a unit that hold a liquid? why would the electrical part not encased in a protective wrap if it had to be placed next to a pressurized liquid carring coil? 4) i was charged $1,125.00 to fix a problem caused by sorry engineering. i learned that misubishi knew of the problem and never notified their customers. there should be a recall and mitsubishi should have to pay for the repairs. all parts, heater coil, transmission regulating computer were replaced.*ak | |||
| 07/08/2001 | 10 | 06/29/2001 | |
| While driving traction control system completely turned off without warning, cause unknown. *ak consumer also began experiencing intermittent engine failure.*slc | |||
| 01/22/2001 | 2 | 10/01/2000 | |
| While driving the accelerator pedal stuck after depressed due to a frayed throttle cable, in addition the traction control light came on and was blinking on and off(attorney for client). nlm | |||