Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1978 Volare.
The 1978 Plymouth Volare is the vehicle documented in this overview. This model year entry encompasses details of its body, platform, and engine configuration as originally specified. Notable specifications and its standing within the Volare reliability record are addressed in the accompanying data. Researchers will find the complete profile framed by the facts specific to this iteration.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 197.2 in |
| Overall width | 72 in |
| Overall height | 53.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in |
| Curb weight | 3230 lb |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES, THE HOOD SECONDARY CATCH SYSTEM MAY BE MISALIGNED WHICH MAY CAUSE THE SECONDARY CATCH TO MALFUNCTION. CONSEQUENTLY, THE HOOD MAY NOT BE SECURELY LATCHED. Remedy: DEALER WILL ADJUST THE CATCH SYSTEM TO FULLY SECURE THE HOOD, WITHOUT CHARGE.
POSSIBLE FATIGUE FAILURE CAN OCCUR IN THE FRAME SUPPORT PLATES (FRONT SUSPENSION PIVOT BAR SUPPORT PLATE) THAT CONNECTS A PORTION OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION TO THE VEHICLE FRAME ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSPECT SUPPORT PLATES FOR INDICATIONS OF FAILURE AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE THE PLATES. ADDITIONAL SUPPORT BRACKETS WILL ALSO BE INSTALLED TO REINFORCE THE…
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.