Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1978 Catalina.
The reference material identifies the subject solely as the 1978 Pontiac Catalina Overview, offering no further detail on its body style, underlying platform, or powerplant. Consequently, no standout specifications such as displacement, horsepower, or unique equipment can be drawn from the source. Likewise, the overview does not situate this model year within any broader reliability trajectory of the Catalina line. As a result, the paragraph cannot conclude with an assessment of how 1978 fits into the model's dependability history.
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
THE HUB PORTION OF THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY COULD CRACK DUE TO HIGH STRESS LEVELS GENERATED DURING ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS. EVENTUALLY, THE BLADE COULD BREAK APART AT THE HUB AND BLADE PIECES COULD BE PROPELLED INTO… Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
THE REAR WHEEL MOUNTING BOLTS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES, ARE BRITTLE AND THEREFORE MAY FRACTURE. THIS BRITTLENESS IS DUE TO IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT DURING MANUFACTURE. IF THE BOLTS BREAK, THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY MAY… Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE BOLTS ON ALL AXLES AND THE TEN REAR AXLE WHEEL MOUNTING BOLTS, FREE OF CHARGE.
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NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.