1978 Dodge W100
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1978 Dodge W100. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
5 recalls name the 1978 Dodge W100. Newest first.
Due to improper material construction the hydro-boost fluid return hose may not be capable of withstanding the temperatures and/or pressures experienced with the hydro-boost system. Also, the hydro-boost fluid high pressure hose assembly may have been mislocated, allowing the assembly to contact the frame side rail. Abrasion resulting from continued contact…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will install a hydro-boost fluid return hose constructed form the proper material, positioning the hose assembly to ensure adequate clearance between it and the frame side rail.
Improper routing of the "hydroboost" hydraulic system high pressure hose assembly could allow a tubular section to contact the frame side rail. Abrasion from the contact could result, causing a leak in the hose assembly.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will reroute "hydroboost" high pressure hose assemblies and any damaged hoses will be replaced.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will inspect the fuel tank vent systems for blockage and correct, if necessary. Fuel tanks will be inspected for cracking of the front panel and replaced, if necessary.
An intermediate steering shaft containing a mismatched pot coupling assembly may have been installed on the involved vehicles. This coupling may have an oversized serration diameter. An oversized serration could prevent the coupling from adequately tightening onto the gear or shaft splines.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a replacement shaft coupling.
The fuel tubes (fuel tank to pump) on the involved vehicles may be routed such that tube to underbody reinforcement flange interference may result during vehicle operation. Tube abrasion caused by such interference may result in fuel leakage.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will reroute the fuel tube or install a new fuel tube, if damaged, without charge to owner.
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