Vehicle recall 78V165000 · August 3, 1978
Dodge MB3 and MB4
The engine compartment fuel pump to carburetor configuration may be incorrect due to the misuse of components and routings.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The engine compartment fuel pump to carburetor configuration may be incorrect due to the misuse of components and routings. As a result, the fuel pump could disengage from the carburetor, causing fuel leakage.
- Remedy
- The dealer will install the correct components on all affected vehicles free of charge.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: light trucks.system: fuel; fuel line.consequences of defect: if an ignition source is present when fuel leakageoccurs, a fire could start causing personal injury and property damage.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 78V165000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 3, 1978
- Filed by
- CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Owner notification
- July 20, 1978
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 10
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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