Plymouth Fury Recalls & Complaints by Model Year

NHTSA lists 45 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints across 19 model years of the Plymouth Fury (1967–1989). The most-complained-about year is 1978.

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What Plymouth Fury owners complain about

Across all model years, owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The 1978 model year has the most, with 1.

• Structure: hatchback/liftgate1
• Equipment: accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift1
• Electrical system: ignition1
• Service brakes, hydraulic: drum1
• Steering: tie rod assembly1

All Plymouth Fury recalls (45)

Every NHTSA safety campaign that lists a Plymouth Fury, most recent first, with the model years each one covers.

1. Electrical system: front underhood

   NHTSA 87V164000 Reported October 22, 1987 12,000 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

   Engine compartment wiring harness fusible link wires may be trapped under the speed control servo bracket.

   Remedy: Free any trapped wiring; then secure wiring with a tie strap to keep away from speed control bracket.

   Model years: 1988

2. 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)

   NHTSA 86V053000 Reported April 10, 1986 32,149 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

   Battery cap vents may be partially or completely blocked with plastic flashing. Consequence of defect: a build up of internal gas pressure could occur which could result in case rupture, particularly during post charging. Should a person be in the vicinity of the battery when the case ruptures, they may be injured by the released gases…

   Remedy: Rework batteries by probing both vent orifices to eliminate any vent obstruction.

   Model years: 1986

3. Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (engine and engine cooling)

   NHTSA 83V108000 Reported October 26, 1983 2,400 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

   Excessive heat may be transferred to the vehicle floor pan in the rear seat area. This occurs because the muffler heat shield was omitted during manufacture of certain fleet cars. Rear seat cushions may be scorched by heat.

   Remedy: Heat sheilds are being sent directly to fleet owners, who may either install them personally or arrange for dealer installation.

   Model years: 1982

4. Vehicle speed control

   NHTSA 81V111000 Reported September 22, 1981 150,000 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

   The automatic speed control switch may stick in the "resume" position restricting return movement. This will not allow the normal brake pedal operation to deactivate the system.

   Remedy: The shield portion of the "resume" slide lever in the speed control unit will be replaced without charge.

   Model years: 1981, 1982

5. Carburetor system (fuel system)

   NHTSA 81V055000 Reported May 5, 1981 30,000 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

   Engine may lose power or stall due to carburetor flooding. This is caused by a poor electrical ground on the carburetor fuel bowl vent solenoid. Vehicles may also have driveability problems while the engine is warming up in cold weather. These problems include engine missing, sags, and hesitation. This is caused by a sticking carburetor…

   Remedy: Dealer will inspect carburetor and if necessary, the bowl vent solenoid will be repaired by resoldering (reconnecting) the external electrical connection free of charge. If applicable, the oxygen feedback sensor will…

   Model years: 1981

6. Carburetor system (fuel system)

   NHTSA 78V020000 Reported January 24, 1978 370,000 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

   When the accelerator pedal on the involved vehicles is depressed and the accelerator pump is activated, a distorted accelerator pump seal in the carburetor may prevent the pump from delivering the proper amount of fuel.

   Remedy: Dealer will replace the carburetor accelerator pump seal with a seal of improved distortion resistance. The carburetor will also be checked for the proper float level.

   Model years: 1975, 1976, 1977

7. Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)

   NHTSA 77V211000 Reported November 28, 1977 22,000 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

   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.

   Model years: 1978

8. Electrical system: wiring

   NHTSA 77V201000 Reported November 16, 1977 800,000 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

   An interruption of the main electrical power feed circuit from the battery and alternator may occur due to separation of a terminal connection in the wiring circuit. The terminal end of the power feed wire coming from the compartment may separate from its mating terminal on the wire going into the passenger compartment at the multiple…

   Remedy: Dealer will repair the engine compartment power feed circuit wire by installing an overlay wire routed around the bulkhead connector.

   Model years: 1972, 1973

9. Automatic transmission (power train)

   NHTSA 77V131000 Reported September 1, 1977 1,831 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

   The plastic transmission shift linkage bushings installed on the involved vehicles may become heat damaged because they are located near the MINI-catalytic converter. This condition could alter the adjusted relationship of the transmission shift linkage, causing the transmission to be in a gear position other than that indicated by the…

   Remedy: Dealer will replace the plastic bushings with steel bushings and install retaining clips to ensure that shift rod is securely engaged to the linkage system.

   Model years: 1977

10. Shoes/linings (service brakes)

    NHTSA 77V132000 Reported September 1, 1977 89 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Incorrect rear brake linings were installed on the involved vehicles. This does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems". The existing brake linings could allow brake fluid to leak, causing partial loss of braking.

    Remedy: Dealer will replace the rear brake lining with the proper lining, without charge.

    Model years: 1978

11. Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (engine and engine cooling)

    NHTSA 77V037000 Reported March 15, 1977 250 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    The required muffler to floor pan heat shields were omitted from the involved vehicles. These heat shields are necessary to protect the passenger compartment interior materials, including seat belt webbing, from heat damage.

    Remedy: The dealer will install the necessary heat shields on all affected vehicles, free of charge.

    Model years: 1977

12. Vacuum (service brakes)

    NHTSA 76V125000 Reported August 10, 1976 40,000 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1976

13. Hose, piping, and connections (steering)

    NHTSA 75V201000 Reported November 11, 1975 2,619 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1975

14. Suspension

    NHTSA 75V126000 Reported July 8, 1975 32,000 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1975

15. Vacuum (service brakes)

    NHTSA 75V086000 Reported May 13, 1975 33,500 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1974, 1975

16. Integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer (equipment) and accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift (equipment)

    NHTSA 75V023000 Reported February 5, 1975 65,000 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1975

17. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

    NHTSA 74V054000 Reported April 11, 1974 2,391 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1974

18. Suspension: lower arm

    NHTSA 74V007000 Reported January 7, 1974 159,149 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1974

19. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

    NHTSA 73V251000 Reported December 27, 1973 83 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1974

20. Defroster/defogger/hvac system (visibility)

    NHTSA 73V218000 Reported November 8, 1973 60,000 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1974

21. Delivery (fuel system)

    NHTSA 73V011000 Reported January 24, 1973 149,056 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1972, 1973

22. Vehicle speed control

    NHTSA 72V315000 Reported December 27, 1972 1,700 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1973

23. Caliper (service brakes)

    NHTSA 72V222000 Reported September 11, 1972 129 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1972

24. Bumpers (structure)

    NHTSA 72V145000 Reported June 5, 1972 56,371 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1972

25. Automatic transmission (power train)

    NHTSA 72V100000 Reported May 2, 1972 80 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1972

26. Electrical system

    NHTSA 72V082000 Reported April 17, 1972 97 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1972

27. Pads (service brakes)

    NHTSA 71V201000 Reported November 10, 1971 88 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1972

28. Automatic transmission (power train)

    NHTSA 71V173000 Reported October 5, 1971 52,729 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1972

29. Vehicle speed control

    NHTSA 71V050000 Reported April 9, 1971 33,433 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1970, 1971

30. Disc (service brakes)

    NHTSA 70V122000 Reported October 6, 1970 47 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1971

31. Seat belts: front

    NHTSA 69V062000 Reported May 7, 1969 18,905 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1969

32. Cooling unit and lines (power train)

    NHTSA 68V088000 Reported September 23, 1968 10,552 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1969

33. Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)

    NHTSA 68V052000 Reported May 21, 1968 13,963 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1967

34. Bead (tires)

    NHTSA 67V122000 Reported December 18, 1967 335 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1968

35. Vehicle speed control

    NHTSA 67V115000 Reported December 7, 1967 8,000 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1968

36. Webbing (seat belts)

    NHTSA 67V103000 Reported November 2, 1967 475 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1968

37. Driveshaft (power train)

    NHTSA 67V071000 Reported September 12, 1967 2,490 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1968

38. Linkages (steering)

    NHTSA 67V069000 Reported August 17, 1967 21 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1967

39. Mechanical (parking brake)

    NHTSA 67V044004 Reported April 28, 1967 47,036 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1967

40. Filler pipe and cap (fuel system)

    NHTSA 67V045000 Reported April 28, 1967 24,062 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1967

41. Disc (service brakes)

    NHTSA 67V040001 Reported April 13, 1967 19,332 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1967

42. Vehicle speed control

    NHTSA 67V040002 Reported April 13, 1967 19,332 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1967

43. Switch/wiring (visibility)

    NHTSA 67V009001 Reported January 8, 1967 112,215 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1967

44. Carburetor system (fuel system)

    NHTSA 66V002001 Reported September 29, 1966 6,101 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1967

45. Column shift (power train)

    NHTSA 66V002002 Reported September 29, 1966 656 vehicles potentially affected CHRYSLER CORPORATION

    Model years: 1967

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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.