Safety Recall NHTSA · 78V175000 Reported August 9, 1978

Heater:electrical:defroster:defogger:fan motor swi

Q: What is recall 78V175000?

NHTSA recall 78V175000 was issued by Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc. on August 9, 1978. It addresses: Heater:electrical:defroster:defogger:fan motor swi. The recall affects approximately 5,770 vehicles , with the defect involving the Visibility component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc. · Visibility · 5,770 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

78V175000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc.

Component

Visibility

Vehicles Affected

5,770

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 9, 1978

Defect Summary

There may breakage of the internal mechanism of the heater fan switch on certain vehicles. This can result in an incorrect electrical contact and overheating of the switch.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace the heater fan control switch free of charge.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 78V175000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 78V175000

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

What is recall 78V175000?

NHTSA recall 78V175000 was issued by Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc. on August 9, 1978. It addresses: Heater:electrical:defroster:defogger:fan motor swi. The recall affects approximately 5,770 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78V175000 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.