Safety Recall NHTSA · 78V174000 Reported August 9, 1978

Power train:transmission:automatic

Redundant Jaguar Rover Triumph Inc. · Power Train · 450 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
78V174000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
450
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 9, 1978

Defect Summary

If the transmission is overfilled, the possibility of overspill arises under certain driving conditions due to the newly installed transmission dipstick. The transmission fluid may spill on the exhaust manifold or catalytic converter.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace the dipstick at no charge.

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 Redundant Jaguar Rover Triumph Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 78V174000 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 78V174000

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

What is recall 78V174000?

NHTSA recall 78V174000 was issued by Redundant Jaguar Rover Triumph Inc. on August 9, 1978. It addresses: Power train:transmission:automatic. The recall affects approximately 450 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Redundant Jaguar Rover Triumph Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78V174000 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.