Does the 1978 Plymouth Volare have any recalls?

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: suspension, latches/locks/linkages, steering, service brakes, hydraulic, fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1978 Plymouth Volare recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Plymouth dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1978 Plymouth Volare?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1978 Plymouth Volare recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1978 Plymouth Volare. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Plymouth been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Plymouth dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1978 Plymouth Volare recalls, newest first

May 1, 1978NHTSA 78V0970001,100,000 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper arm

Summary: Possible fatigue failure can occur in the frame support plates (front suspension pivot bar support plate) that connects a portion of the front suspension to the vehicle frame on the involved vehicles.
Remedy: The dealer will inspect support plates for indications of failure and, if necessary, will replace the plates. Additional support brackets will also be installed to reinforce the support plate at the pivot bar attachments.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 28, 1977NHTSA 77V2400001,207,458 vehicles potentially affected

Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch

Summary: On the involved vehicles, the hood secondary catch system may be misaligned which may cause the secondary catch to malfunction. Consequently, the hood may not be securely latched.
Remedy: Dealer will adjust the catch system to fully secure the hood, without charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 28, 1977NHTSA 77V21100022,000 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary: The columns may contain steering shafts in which the steering column coupling roll pin retaining notch was machined too deep. This may cause the steering wheel shaft to become disengaged from the rest of the steering assembly.
Remedy: Dealer will install a cotter pin through the roll pin to ensure retention, at no cost to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 25, 1977NHTSA 77V1880001,225,000 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: On the involved vehicles, damage to the front wheel brake hydraulic system could occur due to front wheel brake line tube corrosion. Front wheel brake hoses may become brittle and crack due to prolonged operation in cold temperatures.
Remedy: The dealer will replace both front hoses if found necessary and in addition, will install a plastic shield between the battery thermo-guard and the tubes to prevent corrosion.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 14, 1977NHTSA 77V179000241 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: The involved vehicles may have been built with a fuel supply tube, routed in such a way that it interferes with the frame crossmember bracket. This tube is located between the fuel pump and the fuel filter.
Remedy: The dealer will inspect the involved vehicles to ensure adequate fuel tube and frame crossmember bracket clearance. The dealer will also make sure that the tube is securely clipped to maintain clearance to the bracket as well as other engine components. If the fuel supply tube is found to be damaged from this contact with the crossmember bracket, it will be replaced at no charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1978 Plymouth Volare were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1978 Plymouth Volare have any recalls?: 5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: suspension, latches/locks/linkages, steering, service brakes, hydraulic, fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1978 Plymouth Volare recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Plymouth dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1978 Plymouth Volare?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.