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Toyota Truck · 3rd gen (1975–1978)

1978 Toyota Truck

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What changed

No changes recorded for this year.

What it came with

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Pickup¹

2.2L four-cylinder (20R)^2,1

Transmissions: 4-speed manual¹, 5-speed manual^2,3, Automatic^3,1
Drivetrains: Rear-wheel drive^1,2
Trims: Base¹, SR5^1,3
Packages: Chinook camper⁴

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Recalls

78V249000 1978
Weak welds in the bed side can let the fuel filler pipe come away from the tank in a rear crash, risking a fuel leak and fire. A bracket is fitted.⁵

Checked against NHTSA records on 21 October 2026.

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