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1985 Diplomat Diplomat

Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.

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Recalls

1 recall names the 1985 Diplomat Diplomat. Newest first.

Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery
Oct 18, 1985NHTSA 85V131000421 vehicles
Wiring of the battery charging system causes unequal charging which could overcharge the small generator battery. consequence of defect: this could result in the small generator battery ballooning and possibly exploding. If the battery IS…
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Remedy
Modify wiring at the alternator and dual battery isolator to prevent unequal charging.
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