- The problem
- 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.
- The fix
- Affected vehicles will be weld repaired and a reinforcement rod will be installed over the cracked area.
Vehicle safety record
1977 Dodge B100 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1977 Dodge B100 with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (2). Those complaints describe 2 injuries. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in March 1980 for the frame and members. For comparison, the 1976 has 0 and the 1978 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical B100 year, for its age
#6 most complained-about 1977 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1977 Dodge B100 problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1977 Dodge B100 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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2 complaints about the 1977 Dodge B100
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Recalled front rail extension cracked causing loss of control. Consumer trying to have it fixed but dealer awaiting manufacturer's responce since application is out of scope.
Left front frame rail cracked due to fatigueness prior to/after recall repairs (80v-027). *Ak
Dodge B100: every year compared
All B100 years1977 Dodge B100 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 Dodge B100 | 2 | 1 | D | |
| 1977 Dodge B200 | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1977 Dodge Dodge Truck | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1977 Dodge B300 Maxivan | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1977 Dodge B100
Does the 1977 Dodge B100 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1977 Dodge B100: frame and members (March 1980). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1977 Dodge B100?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (2).
How many complaints has the 1977 Dodge B100 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 22, 1995 and the latest on June 2, 1999. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 2 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1977 Dodge B100 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 35 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Dodge B100 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 1977 Dodge B100 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data