Safety Recall NHTSA · 78V194000 Reported September 6, 1978

Equipment:other labels

Sheller-globe Corporation · Equipment · 42 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
78V194000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
42
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 6, 1978

Defect Summary

The lettering location for brake fluid reservoir labeling fails to meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems". The requirement states that the lettering must be visible by direct view either on or within 4 inches of the brake fluid reservoir filler cap.

Corrective Action

Drawings and instructions will be sent to enable owner to remove and reinstall the reservoir cap properly.

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 Sheller-globe Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 78V194000 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 78V194000

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

What is recall 78V194000?

NHTSA recall 78V194000 was issued by Sheller-globe Corporation on September 6, 1978. It addresses: Equipment:other labels. The recall affects approximately 42 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Sheller-globe Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78V194000 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.