1978 Dodge B200 Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your B200 Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Dodge, so if you own a 1978 B200 take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

  1. Call Dodge to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
  2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance
  3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page

Recent 1978 B200 Recalls

  • STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS Recall for 1978 DODGE B200

    • Recall Announced MARCH 14 1980
    • NHTSA Reference #80V027000
    • Number Affected 1,000,000

    Summary: The front rail extension may experience fatigue cracking near the area where the power steering gear attaches to the frame. If the crack progresses through most or all of the rail section, steering system free play accompanied by metallic rattle noise will be experienced.

    Consequence: 

    Fix: Affected vehicles will be weld repaired and a reinforcement rod will be installed over the cracked area.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #80V027000 »

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Recall for 1978 DODGE B200

    • Recall Announced APRIL 30 1979
    • NHTSA Reference #79V105000
    • Number Affected 50,000

    Summary: The front brake hose routing may allow interference between the hoses and the tire and wheel assemblies during extreme turning angles.

    Consequence: 

    Fix: Dealer will replace both left and right front brake hoses and install a new brake hose support bracket to eliminate contact with tire/wheel.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #79V105000 »

  • SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE Recall for 1978 DODGE B200

    • Recall Announced APRIL 13 1978
    • NHTSA Reference #78V082000
    • Number Affected 100

    Summary: The involved vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies", in that they do not have the capability of fitting certain adult passengers when the seat is in the full forward position.

    Consequence: 

    Fix: Dealer will replace the front passenger unibelt assembly with an assembly having a longer belt webbing.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #78V082000 »

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