Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1978 Phoenix.
The 1978 Pontiac Phoenix Electric was a variant of the Phoenix line that employed an electric engine, distinguishing it from the standard internal-combustion offerings. This model year’s position in the Phoenix reliability history is not documented in the provided specifications, leaving its long-term dependability an open area for further investigation.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 203.5 in |
| Overall width | 73.2 in |
| Overall height | 53.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in |
| Curb weight | 3375 lb |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS… Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE A FLAW IN THE METAL. AS A RESULT, THE SHAFT MAY BREAK, WHICH WOULD ALLOW THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL ONE OR BOTH NEW REAR AXLE SHAFTS, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
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