Vehicle recall 77V179000 · October 14, 1977
Dodge Aspen and Plymouth Volare
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.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with six-cylinder engines.system: fuel lines; fuel supply tube.consequences of defect: continued contact with the bracket may eventuallypuncture the tube and result in fuel leakage and a possible engine compartmentfire. A fire may present a safety hazard to vehicle occupants.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 77V179000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 14, 1977
- Filed by
- CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Owner notification
- October 17, 1977
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 241
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Dodge Aspen (1978): 1978
- Plymouth Volare (1978): 1978
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