Model year guide

1998 Mitsubishi Diamante

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1998 Mitsubishi Diamante — representative photo
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1998 Mitsubishi Diamante at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints27
Combined18 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1998 Mitsubishi Diamante recalls 1

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #04V428000 · 01/09/2004

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.

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 EX…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1998 Mitsubishi Diamante common problems

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

1998 Mitsubishi Diamante MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume101 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,750
Fuel only$22,750
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1998 Mitsubishi Diamante trims & engines on record

Trims
ES
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl 205 hp

1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vehicles on record

1998 Mitsubishi Diamante 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante ES6MMAP37P2WT004357

Other Mitsubishi Diamante model years

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1998 Mitsubishi Diamante — frequently asked questions

Does the 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante?

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are visibility, vehicle speed control, visibility/wiper.

What gas mileage does the 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante get?

The 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (16 city / 23 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.