- 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 B200 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1977 Dodge B200 with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (2) and the fuel system (1). 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 1.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical B200 year, for its age
#3 most complained-about 1977 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1977 Dodge B200 problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1977 Dodge B200 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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3 complaints about the 1977 Dodge B200
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The fuel tank float sender had broken loose, causing fuel tank to leak. *Ak
RECALL 80V-027000, DLR REFUSES TO DO THE RECALL FOR FREE. *AK
SLIDING DOOR LATCH BROKE.
Dodge B200: every year compared
All B200 years1977 Dodge B200 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 Dodge B200 | 3 | 1 | C | |
| 1977 Dodge B100 | 2 | 1 | D | 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 B200
Does the 1977 Dodge B200 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1977 Dodge B200: 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 B200?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (2), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 1977 Dodge B200 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 18, 1997 and the latest on December 23, 1998. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1977 Dodge B200 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Dodge B200 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.
Which Dodge B200 years have the most complaints?
1977 (3), 1986 (2), 1978 (1). See every Dodge B200 year compared.
What should I do if my 1977 Dodge B200 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