Mitsubishi Diamante 1997

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• P2156 [1] Fuel Injector Group "D" Supply Voltage Circuit Low

There is a major problem with the mitsubishi diamante heater core going out. Mine went out a few days ago and was informed by mitsubishi it will cost me 965 to replace. Even though there are hundreds of mitsubishi diamante owners complaining about this problem including with people that have as low as 30-45k on their vehicle. Please look at this forum which show many mitsubishi owners complaining about their vehicle.. Http://www.Diamanteowners.Com/forum/lofiversion/index.Php?T3615-0.Html please help me and help these poor owners. Recall this major error mistubishi knows about but refuses to do anything about it and keep silent. This also can cause death because when the heater core fails it leaks and causes a bad odor of antifreeze. You wouldn't want your kids breathing on that would you. On the website i have provided you it will show a case in which a person went into respiratory failure do to inhaling anti freeze.. Many of these owners till this day face a danger because they have no choice but to drive these vehicles as it is there only means of transportation and many cannot afford to fix this expensive problem (costing as much as 1,300). We beg of all the good people that had made a difference in peoples lives, safety and security to help us diamante owners thank you and god bless *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 mitsubishi diamante. The contact stated that the radiator leaked due to the heater core. The radiator leaked onto the carpet when the heat was activated. The contact stated that he and his family have inhaled toxic fumes from the radiator leaking onto the carpet and they are concerned of future health risks. In order to repair the leak, the entire dashboard had to be removed. The vin was unavailable. The current mileage was 113,000 and failure mileage was 112,000.

Heater core randomly cracked one day, causing a tear-like spill of anti-freeze through the top of the radiator. Car was taken to a mechanic and we tried welding the cracks. Anti-freeze still spilled out and anti-freeze smell came in through air events and the liquid also burned, causing smoke to come out from under the hood. *ak

The paint on the roof and trunk deck of my 1997 diamante is fading with white patches. The hood and body paint looks good as new. I waxed my vehicle at least 3 times a year. Is this a defect from the factory i have notice several similar models with the same problem. What should i do about the problem? *jb

Dt: consumer had 1997 mitsubishi diamante. Consumer took vehicle to dealer,. Vehicle had a gas leak, dealer could not find hole in gas tank, consumer replaced gas tank, about 8 months after gas tank was replaced the vehicle exploded. *ak

Safety - transmission: at 9,500 miles my car started lurching when stepping on the gas from a stop. It supposedly was repaired but has continued to be problem and each time i bring it in for service the dealer can not recreate the problem. Since i had not heard that this has been on going problem with this model, i thought it must be something that i had done. Upon reviewing the information of nhsta, i realize that the dealers and mitsubishi are deliberately hiding this problem. Safety - fuel tank: my fuel tank began leaking at 59,560 miles and when the dealer removed it had 3 stress wholes. The tank had to be sent out for welding. Of course, i had to pay for the repair even though i spoke directly to the mitsubishi complaint department. Since it was not a recall item, mitsubishi or the dealer will not pay for the repair. The dangerous fuel leak is another ongoing hidden problem. Alternator pulley: has been making noise from the beginning and i have complained each service. Now, i discover through nhtsa that alternator pulley is a known design flaw. Mitsubishi and their dealers must be held accountable.*ak

No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak

When consumer applies brakes there is smoke coming from wheel, and brakes do not work. Dealership is aware of problem. *ak

When removing child from the integral child safeyy seat shoudler harness locked up. Harness got tighter and tighter around child's chest. Parent had to cut the harnnes strap(s) to removed the child. Dealer/manufacturer were contacted about the problem. Manufacture was looking into the problem. Problem has not been corrected. *ak

Consumer took vehicle to dealer for shuttering at 19,800 miles. Dealer turned rotors, vehicle would not shutter, but still would not stop very well. Consumer had to really press hard to stop, currently, took in vehicle for oil change, and dealer said pads were worn out at 22,000 miles. Consumer felt this was dangerous, and may hit someone or something.*ak

The consumer has been experiencing problems with parking brake. When parking brake is applied, it doesn't keep the vehicle from drifting. The manufacturer has been contacted. Attempts have been made to repair, but problem still exists. *ak *ml

1997 mitsubishi diamante purchased new from ron bouchard's in september, 1997. I have had problems with this vehicle since december, 1997. Ron bouchard's has picked this vehicle up with a flat bed truck three separate occasions, and it has been driven into the dealership numerous times. Please contact me and i will be happy to supply additonal information. *mjs

Torque converter/camshaft, and position sensor failed.

The transmission was replaced because the car lunged forward when shifting.

Transmission/ brake failure.

Transmission has been replaced during repairs, and the vehicle sometimes revvs high and then dies out. Also, it is sometimes very hard to stop the vehicle,. The dealers cannot duplicate the problem. *ak

While driving at highway speeds braking system malfunctioned, causing bad vibration in the steering wheel. It can lead to loss of control while applying brakes, and cause extended stopping distance , which may result in an accident. Been to dealer several times, dealer replaced rotors. Problem is still occurring. Please provide further information. *ak

While driving at 15 mph abs brakes failed vehicle did not stop and continued to move hitting vehicle in front. Also, transmission failure, resulting in extreme shifts. *ak

Consumer has problems with the window leaking/door locks freezing and the rear view mirrow falling off. The dealer replaced the mirror, and it's known that the in 98 models rear view mirrors are mounted to the roof console. As a result of 97 defects, door locks freeze in the open position when consumer gets in the car and closes the door in below 25 degree temperature. The door will not be closed due to freezing of the locks. The windows leaks after washing vehicle or if it rains. The water stays inside the car if the temperature drops below freezing, causing the windows and locks to freeze. Dealers have not remedied this problem. This has hyappened 3 times monday january 12, 98. The first time and the vehicle is still at the dealership. *ak

Consumer had to replace the front rotors twice within 8k miles. The dealer has been notified. *ak

In reverse gear ,backing out of driveway, vehicle suddenly accelerated at full throttle. Brakes were inoperative, did not sto vehicle.Consumer had to throw the vehicle into park in order to stop. *ak

Automatic transmission failed four times.

No summary provided by consumer. *mjs

Rotors were warped and resurfaced three times. Yh

Rear view mirror failure.

Hesitation between gears due to electronic control unit failure.

When exiting vehicle driver's side automatic shoulder belt does not retract. Consumer contacted dealer, dealer adjusted the belts, problem still occur. Please provide any further details.*ak the brakes make noise due to front pads wear and front brake rotors warping. The transmission shutters occasinaly when taking off and was replaced with new one. *yh

Consumer has problems with the window leaking/door locks freezing and the rear view mirrow falling off. The dealer replaced the mirror, and it's known that the in 98 models rear view mirrors are mounted to the roof console. As a result of 97 defects, door locks freeze in the open position when consumer gets in the car and closes the door in below 25 degree temperature. The door will not be closed due to freezing of the locks. The windows leaks after washing vehicle or if it rains. The water stays inside the car if the temperature drops below freezing, causing the windows and locks to freeze. Dealers have not remedied this problem. This has hyappened 3 times monday january 12, 98. The first time and the vehicle is still at the dealership. *ak

I purchased this vehicle 2 months ago and have made 5 trips back to the dealer due to brakes, tires & engine tapping and now the transmission seems to be slipping. *ak (dot number: n/a tiresize: P21560r16)

Transmission shifts inconsistently, it jolts and does not always down shift, causing excessive wear to brakes as well as safety hazard when trying to stop the vehicle without lower gear assistance.

There is a very distinct gas smell in and around the car. It also leaks gas from the gas tank when full. I have notified misubishi several times and i have been told that my car is fine.