- The problem
- Fuel tank support straps on some of the involved vehicles may rust if exposed to road salt used for snow and ice removal.
- The fix
- Dealer will replace existing support straps with galvanized steel straps without charge.
Vehicle safety record
1977 Dodge Colt Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1977 Dodge Colt have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in February 1983 for the mounting.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Colt year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1977 Dodge Colt 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 involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "Brake hoses". These front hydraulic brake hoses may fail under pressure of brake application due to use of improperly processed material. Partial loss of braking capability and increase in stopping distances will result.
- The fix
- Dealer will inspect and will replace defective brake hoses without charge to owner.
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No complaints about the 1977 Dodge Colt 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 Colt: every year compared
All Colt years1977 Dodge Colt vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 Dodge Colt | 0 | 2 | A | |
| 1977 Dodge B200 | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 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 Colt
Does the 1977 Dodge Colt have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1977 Dodge Colt: mounting (February 1983); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (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 1977 Dodge Colt had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1977 Dodge Colt a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 80 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Dodge Colt 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 Colt years have the most complaints?
1993 (113), 1989 (33), 1987 (28). See every Dodge Colt year compared.
What should I do if my 1977 Dodge Colt 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