- The problem
- The columns may contain steering shafts in which the steering column coupling roll pin retaining notch was machined too deep. This may cause the steering wheel shaft to become disengaged from the rest of the steering assembly.
- The fix
- Dealer will install a cotter pin through the roll pin to ensure retention, at no cost to owner.
Vehicle safety record
1978 Dodge Charger Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1978 Dodge Charger have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 1977 for the steering wheel / handle bar.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Charger year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1978 Dodge Charger 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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No complaints about the 1978 Dodge Charger yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Dodge Charger: every year compared
All Charger years1978 Dodge Charger vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 Dodge Charger | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 1978 Chevrolet Corvette | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 0 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 0 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1978 Dodge Challenger | 0 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 1978 Dodge D100 | 1 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 1978 Dodge B200 | 1 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 1978 Dodge D100 Club Cab | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1978 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 1978 Dodge Charger
Does the 1978 Dodge Charger have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1978 Dodge Charger: steering wheel / handle bar (November 1977). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1978 Dodge Charger had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1978 Dodge Charger a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 99 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Dodge Charger 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 Charger years have the most complaints?
2006 (1,294), 2011 (696), 2012 (648). See every Dodge Charger year compared.
What should I do if my 1978 Dodge Charger 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