Equipment:other labels
Defect Summary
The involved vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems". This requires that school buses have a brake fluid warning statement located on or within four inches of the brake fluid reservoir filler cap.
Corrective Action
Corrective action: the owner will be provided with the proper label and may install it himself or have it done by the dealer.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 78V271000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 78V271000?
NHTSA recall 78V271000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on December 29, 1978. It addresses: Equipment:other labels. The recall affects approximately 1,100 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78V271000 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.