1978 Autocar KS
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1978 Autocar KS. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1978 Autocar KS. Newest first.
The metal stiffener at the rear of the splash shield may become bent during servicing or by abuse. This can allow the splash shield and stiffener or one of its attaching bolts to rub against and cut the steering shaft.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The splash shield stiffener will be removed and the steering shaft will be replaced, if damaged.
Every Autocar KS model year
Bars are owner complaints, dots mark years with recalls. Select a year to open its report.