Recall 77V-017: 1976 Dodge Aspen, 1976 Plymouth Volare

CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Feb 9, 1977, covering about 2,967 vehicles.

NHTSA number
77V-017
Report date
Feb 9, 1977
Vehicles affected
2,967
Owners notified
Mar 29, 1977

The problem

The involved vehicles may not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims". The tire pressure placards incorrectly specify the front tire pressure for maximum load conditions. As a result, tires could fail due to overloading.

The fix

The owner will be sent the correct placard and has the option of installing it him/herself or having the dealer install it, free of charge.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: equipment; tire information placards.consequences of defect: if tire failure occurs, loss of vehicle control and anaccident could occur.note: to eliminate any potential for overloading of the front tires, theinflation pressure of the front tires should be set at 26 PSI and maintained atthat level.

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentEquipment › Other › Labels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number77V017000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge Aspen1976All years
Plymouth Volare1976All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 77V-017?

The involved vehicles may not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims". The tire pressure placards incorrectly specify the front tire pressure for maximum load conditions. As a result, tires could fail due to overloading.

How is recall 77V-017 fixed?

The owner will be sent the correct placard and has the option of installing it him/herself or having the dealer install it, free of charge.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.