- The problem
- On the involved vehicles, the carburetor accelerator pump seal can become distorted due to contact with certain types of gasoline. Normally, when the accelerator pedal is depressed, the accelerator pump is activated to provide additional gasoline required for acceleration. A distorted seal however, may prevent the pump from delivering the proper amount of fuel.
- The fix
- The dealer will replace the carburetor accelerator pump seal with a new seal having improved distortion resistance and will ensure proper adjustment. This will be done free of charge.
Vehicle safety record
1976 Dodge Dart Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1976 Dodge Dart have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in December 1977 for the carburetor system.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Dart year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1976 Dodge Dart recalls 3
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 1976 Dodge Dart 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.
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All Dart years1976 Dodge Dart vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 Dodge Dart | 0 | 3 | B | |
| 1976 Toyota Corolla | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1976 Honda Civic | 0 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 1976 Dodge B300 | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 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 Dart
Does the 1976 Dodge Dart have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1976 Dodge Dart: carburetor system (December 1977); hydraulic power assist system (August 1976); steering wheel / handle bar (October 1975). 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 1976 Dodge Dart had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1976 Dodge Dart a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 68 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Dodge Dart 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 Dart years have the most complaints?
2013 (1,177), 2015 (534), 2014 (374). See every Dodge Dart year compared.
What should I do if my 1976 Dodge Dart 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