1978 Dodge Aspen Recalls, Complaints & Specs
5 safety recalls list the 1978 Dodge Aspen. Check your own VIN below.
5 safety recalls for the 1978 Dodge Aspen
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Suspension: upper arm
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…
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Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
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.
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Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
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.
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
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.
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
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…
No owner complaints on file
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 1978 Dodge Aspen. For context, the average model year in NHTSA's database has dozens; a zero can mean a reliable vehicle, a rare one, or both.
Compare Dodge Aspen model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Dodge Aspen model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1 | 0 |
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 8 | 1 |
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 5 | 0 |
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 5 | 0 |
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1 | 0 |
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1 | 0 |
Checking a specific 1978 Dodge Aspen
How do I know if my 1978 Dodge Aspen has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 5 campaigns currently list the 1978 Dodge Aspen; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Dodge dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 77V179000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.