Most common 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante problems
Share of the 12 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mitsubishi Diamante complaints by model year
Best Diamante years: 1995, 1999, 1998. Years to avoid: 2002, 2001, 2003, 2000. Compare all years →
What 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante owners say
Transmission & drivetrain
At first my car kept stalling while driving so I thought the fluid was low,I got transmitions treatment and more fluid,then when that didn't work I got transmition replace.now on trans #2 same thing but now my car jump out of gear while driving down the street with my infant son in back seat.
Transmission fried going down interstate w/127,000 miles. Had transmission rebuilt. Two and a half weeks after getting car back, less $2,400, electronic control module to transmission goes out going down interstate; less $600. What is going on Mitsubishi???
Air bags
Consumer was at a stop, another vehicle came out suddenly hit consumer. Driver's front fender air bags deployed, exploded out, saw smoke, caused injuries concussion in neck/burns on face/ fractures on arms between elbow and hands/thumb is paralized. Passenger received slight injuries ,chest compression/slight concussion in neck. Appraisal company is inspecting vehicle. This defct caused serious injuries.
Vehicle was involved in a side impact collision , the airbags deployed, causing severe injuries to the occupants of the vehicle. The dealer has not been notified. 780090 dup of 819197; posted on 09-07-1999.
1995 Mitsubishi Diamante engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 16 / 23 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante a good car?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Diamante rates better than average: 75% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Diamante at the same age. It is one of the best Diamante years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante?
The transmission & drivetrain — 6 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year, most often about automatic transmission. Next are the air bags (3) and engine & cooling (2).
How many recalls does the 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mitsubishi Diamante?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1995, 1999 and 1998. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2002, 2001, 2003 and 2000. See the full Mitsubishi Diamante years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 140,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.