Safety Recall NHTSA · 78V266000 Reported December 20, 1978

Wheels:single:lugs:nuts:bolts

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Wheels · 22 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
78V266000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Wheels
Vehicles Affected
22
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 20, 1978

Defect Summary

The wheel mounting nuts installed may be incorrect due to a supplier error in mixing standard thread nuts with specified metric thread nuts prior to plant shipment. As a result, the nut threads may strip when tightened to the specified torque level range, with the potential for the loosening of a road wheel.

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing nuts with the proper metric thread nuts, without charge to owner.

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 Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 78V266000 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 78V266000

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

What is recall 78V266000?

NHTSA recall 78V266000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on December 20, 1978. It addresses: Wheels:single:lugs:nuts:bolts. The recall affects approximately 22 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78V266000 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.