NHTSA Recall 78V020000: Carburetor system (fuel system)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 370,000 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Chrysler Cordoba.
| NHTSA campaign | 78V020000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › CARBURETOR SYSTEM |
| Report received | January 24, 1978 |
| Owner notification | March 10, 1978 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Not provided.
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.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 225 or 318 cid engines.system: fuel; carburetor accelerator pump seal.consequences of defect: this may result in hesitation or lack of response whendriver attempts to accelerate. Engine stalling may occur in some cases; thiscould lead to a vehicle accident in certain traffic situations.
Vehicles covered by recall 78V020000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler Cordoba | 1975, 1976, 1977 |
| Dodge Charger | 1975, 1976, 1977 |
| Dodge Coronet | 1975, 1976, 1977 |
| Dodge Monaco | 1975, 1976, 1977 |
| Dodge Royal Monaco | 1975, 1976, 1977 |
| Plymouth Fury | 1975, 1976, 1977 |
| Plymouth Gran Fury | 1975, 1976, 1977 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.