- The problem
- Widespread lack of understanding about the operation of webbing sensitive and dual sensitive seat belts has lead to non-use of belts by a number of owners. Some belts retractors may jam, bind or lock. This may discourage the use of the safety belts. Consequence of defect: non-use of seat belts subjects occupants to risk of injury in event of an accident or sudden braking.
- The fix
- Instructins on proper belt usage and simple checks will be sent to owners and will replace any malfunctioning retractor.
Vehicle safety record
1977 MG MGB Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1977 MG MGB have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in May 1985 for the front.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical MGB year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1977 MG MGB 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
- The problem
- The overdrive wiring harness could chafe and cause an electrical short circuit.
- The fix
- The dealer will install a protective sleeve to the overdrive wiring harness at the base of the gear lever to preclude chafing.
- The problem
- The retaining screws on the fuel bowl have the potential to loosen, allowing seepage of gasoline from the carburetor.
- The fix
- The dealer will check the exhaust manifold/catalyst system and carburetor and make any necessary repairs without charge to owner.
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No complaints about the 1977 MG MGB 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.
MG MGB: every year compared
All MGB years1977 MG MGB vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 MG MGB | 0 | 3 | F | |
| 1977 MG MG | 1 | 0 | - | 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 MG MGB
Does the 1977 MG MGB have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1977 MG MGB: front (May 1985); wiring (August 1978); carburetor system (April 1978). 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 MG MGB had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1977 MG MGB a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 20 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical MG MGB 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 MG MGB years have the most complaints?
1978 (2), 1979 (2), 1980 (1). See every MG MGB year compared.
What should I do if my 1977 MG MGB 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