NHTSA Recall 80V027000: Frame and members (structure)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,000,000 vehicles. It affects 10 models including the Dodge B100.
| NHTSA campaign | 80V027000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 191T |
| Component | STRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Report received | March 14, 1980 |
| Owner notification | April 18, 1980 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The front rail extension may experience fatigue cracking near the area where the power steering gear attaches to the frame. If the crack progresses through most or all of the rail section, steering system free play accompanied by metallic rattle noise will be experienced.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be weld repaired and a reinforcement rod will be installed over the cracked area.
Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks.system: structure; left front frame rail.consequences of defect: the crack condition may cause a complete loss ofsteering and an accident.
Vehicles covered by recall 80V027000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge B100 | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |
| Dodge B200 | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |
| Dodge B300 | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |
| Dodge CB300 | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |
| Dodge CB400 | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |
| Dodge MB300 | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |
| Dodge MB400 | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |
| Plymouth B100 | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |
| Plymouth B200 | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |
| Plymouth B300 | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |
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.