Safety Recall NHTSA · 78T014000 Reported July 6, 1978

Tires:cord

Montgomery Ward & Co. · Tires · 138 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
78T014000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Tires
Vehicles Affected
138
Recall Type
Tire
Report Received
July 6, 1978

Defect Summary

The involved tires may have irregular body ply cord spacing. Continued use of tires in this condition could lead to rapid loss of air.

Corrective Action

The dealer will install replacement tires that will be mounted and balanced free of charge within 60 days of notification.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Montgomery Ward & Co. dealer and reference recall ID 78T014000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 78T014000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 78T014000?

NHTSA recall 78T014000 was issued by Montgomery Ward & Co. on July 6, 1978. It addresses: Tires:cord. The recall affects approximately 138 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Montgomery Ward & Co. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78T014000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.