- The problem
- Due to a combination of disc brake pad wear and turn stop wear on certain vehicles, there may be an increase in brake pedal travel and a reduction in front braking effectiveness following a full turn. Also, a frame crack could develop and could extend through all or most of the rail section.
- The fix
- Upon inspection dealer will replace either the left or right turn stop bracket to correct the front brakes. If frame is cracked it will be welded and a rod reinforcement will be installed over the cracked area.
Vehicle safety record
1976 Dodge B300 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1976 Dodge B300 with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (2). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in June 1980 for the caliper. For comparison, the 1975 has 1 and the 1977 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical B300 year, for its age
#5 most complained-about 1976 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1976 Dodge B300 problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1976 Dodge B300 recalls 2
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
- 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.
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2 complaints about the 1976 Dodge B300
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Failure #1 aprox 18" of tread seperated, body of tire still held air, 65lb. Second tire showed signs of pending seperaton. Recived partial warranty on both tires. Failure #2 catastrophic failure. Tire destroyed. Because tire was on a dual set, both tires were replaced, no warranty from mfg. Tire rated 2045lb@65lb psi single, 1800lb@65lb dual. Vech weight 8720 (full water, propane, gas. No black/gray water). Ft 2560lb, rear 6160lb. Cert scales( dot number: tire size: r8.25X16.5 )
Failure #1 aprox 18" of tread seperated, body of tire still held air, 65lb. Second tire showed signs of pending seperaton. Recived partial warranty on both tires. Failure #2 catastrophic failure. Tire destroyed. Because tire was a dual set, both tires were replaced, no warranty from mfg.( Dot number: tire size: r8.25X16.5 )
Dodge B300: every year compared
All B300 years1976 Dodge B300 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 Dodge B300 | 2 | 2 | C | |
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 1976 Dodge Dodge Truck | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1976 Dodge B Series | 1 | 0 | A | 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 1976 Dodge B300
Does the 1976 Dodge B300 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1976 Dodge B300: caliper (June 1980); 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 1976 Dodge B300?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (2).
How many complaints has the 1976 Dodge B300 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 24, 2000 and the latest on August 24, 2000. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1976 Dodge B300 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Dodge B300 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 B300 years have the most complaints?
1976 (2), 1979 (2), 1975 (1). See every Dodge B300 year compared.
What should I do if my 1976 Dodge B300 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