Defect
THE POSSIBILITY EXITS THAT THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH FUEL HOSES OF INCORRECT SPECIFICATION.
Remedy
ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES WILL HAVE REPLACEMENT HOSES FITTED AT NO CHARGE.
1978 M & G Midget problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Limited data — recalls on file
NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 1978 M & G Midget — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.
1
NHTSA complaints
1
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1978 compare to other Midget years?
What are the most common 1978 M & G Midget problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 1 | 100% | new |
Does the 1978 M & G Midget have recalls?
1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
1978 M & G Midget — common questions
Is the 1978 M & G Midget reliable?
The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.
Does the 1978 M & G Midget have recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1978 M & G Midget. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.