Vehicle recall 78V039000 · February 17, 1978
Jeep CJ-5, CJ-6 and 1 more model
The involved vehicles may have been built with the transmission adapter plate seal improperly seated.
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 the transmission adapter plate seal improperly seated. This condition could allow a gradual transfer of lubricant from the transmission to the transfer case.
- Remedy
- The dealer will inspect the lubricant levels on the involved vehicles and, where necessary, replace the rear oil seals.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: jeeps with 3-speed manual transmissions.system: power train; transmission adapter plate seal.consequences of defect: if lubricant transfer takes place, the transmissioncould eventually become damaged and inoperative. This could lead to loss ofvehicle control without prior warning and an accident.note: if transmission becomes difficult to shift, this may indicate thatlubricant level is low and should be checked and filled. Driver should avoiddriving at prolonged highway speeds until vehicle has been inspected andrepaired.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 78V039000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 17, 1978
- Filed by
- CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Owner notification
- April 20, 1978
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 96,933
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Manual transmission
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