Dodge DIPLOMAT years to avoid
Across 1976–1989, no single DIPLOMAT year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1985 drew the most complaints; 1989 the fewest.
9
Total complaints
10
Recall campaigns
1976–1989
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every DIPLOMAT year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1988 | 1 | 2 | |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1986 | 3 | 1 | |
| 1985 | 4 | 0 | |
| 1984 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1982 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1981 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1980 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1978 | 0 | 3 | |
| 1977 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1976 | 0 | 2 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Dodge DIPLOMAT?
By complaint volume, 1989 has the cleanest NHTSA record among DIPLOMAT years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Dodge DIPLOMAT have?
Across all model years, the DIPLOMAT has 10 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 9 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.