Safety Recall NHTSA · 78V007000 Reported January 16, 1978

Power train:clutch assembly:linkage:rigid

Marmon Motor Company · Power Train · 56 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
78V007000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
56
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 16, 1978

Defect Summary

On the threaded end of the clutch rod at the reinforcement plate, the welding may crack and lead to clutch rod failure. If failure were to occur, the driver would not be able to disengage the clutch. This would result in loss of power to the drive train.

Corrective Action

The dealer will replace the clutch rod with a type having a different configuration.

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 Marmon Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 78V007000 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 78V007000

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

What is recall 78V007000?

NHTSA recall 78V007000 was issued by Marmon Motor Company on January 16, 1978. It addresses: Power train:clutch assembly:linkage:rigid. The recall affects approximately 56 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Marmon Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78V007000 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.