Vehicles before 2015, 1973
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251 recalls naming only model years before 2015 that NHTSA received in 1973, newest first; 16,483 in all since 1966.
Model years before 2015 have no pages of their own here: each recall names the ones it covers, and search finds them by make, model and year. Your VIN, at NHTSA, says which recalls are open on a vehicle. Copied Nov 6, 2026.
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- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: back up lights (Altec) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 14, 1973 Mar 14, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 14, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: arm: idler and attachment (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 12, 1973 Mar 12, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 12, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 12, 1973 Mar 12, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 12, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: tank assembly (Executive) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 12, 1973 Mar 12, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 12, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly (Hill) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 12, 1973 Mar 12, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 12, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting (Starcraft) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 8, 1973 Mar 8, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 8, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices: exterior (Triumph) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 7, 1973 Mar 7, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 7, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch (Jensen) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 6, 1973 Mar 6, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 6, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 5, 1973 Mar 5, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 5, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: carburetor system (Nissan) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 28, 1973 Feb 28, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 28, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: driveline: driveshaft (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 27, 1973 Feb 27, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 27, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels (Traveleze) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 27, 1973 Feb 27, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 27, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (White Truck) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 27, 1973 Feb 27, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 27, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: multiple axle (White Truck) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 27, 1973 Feb 27, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 27, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Sportscoach) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 21, 1973 Feb 21, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 21, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system (Travco) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 20, 1973 Feb 20, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 20, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: multiple axle (Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 20, 1973 Feb 20, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 20, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Chevrolet and GMC) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 20, 1973 Feb 20, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 20, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels (Boles Aero) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 20, 1973 Feb 20, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 20, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: frame and members (Open Road) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 20, 1973 Feb 20, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 20, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: turn signal (Cabana Coach) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 20, 1973 Feb 20, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 20, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch (Kayot) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 20, 1973 Feb 20, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 20, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting (Winter Welding) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 20, 1973 Feb 20, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 20, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: carburetor system (BMW) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 16, 1973 Feb 16, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 16, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: check valve (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 16, 1973 Feb 16, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 16, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 16, 1973 Feb 16, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 16, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly (GH Hicks) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 15, 1973 Feb 15, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 15, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: frame and members (Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 15, 1973 Feb 15, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 15, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 13, 1973 Feb 13, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 13, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: multiple axle (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 12, 1973 Feb 12, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 12, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels (Timberline) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 12, 1973 Feb 12, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 12, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly (Ideal Connection) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 12, 1973 Feb 12, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 12, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly (Pointer Williamette) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 5, 1973 Feb 5, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 5, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly (Thompson) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 1, 1973 Feb 1, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 1, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly (Pike) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 1, 1973 Feb 1, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 1, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly (Compton) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 1, 1973 Feb 1, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 1, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly (Gindy) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 1, 1973 Feb 1, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 1, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front (Subaru) Recalled by NHTSA on Jan 31, 1973 Jan 31, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 31, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly (Crane) Recalled by NHTSA on Jan 29, 1973 Jan 29, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 29, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages (Chevrolet and GMC) Recalled by NHTSA on Jan 29, 1973 Jan 29, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 29, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly (FWD) Recalled by NHTSA on Jan 29, 1973 Jan 29, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 29, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery (Dodge and Plymouth) Recalled by NHTSA on Jan 24, 1973 Jan 24, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 24, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly (General) Recalled by NHTSA on Jan 24, 1973 Jan 24, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 24, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: frame and members: underbody shields (Pontiac, Chevrolet and OLDSMOBILE and 1 more) INCREASED STEERING EFFORT OR INTERFERENCE WITH STEERINGCONTROL MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT. Jan 24, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 24, 1973The hazardPoisoning or chemicals; Crash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices: interior (Porsche) Recalled by NHTSA on Jan 24, 1973 Jan 24, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 24, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body: tailgate: hinge and attachments (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Jan 24, 1973 Jan 24, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 24, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: multiple axle (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Jan 20, 1973 Jan 20, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 20, 1973The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (White Truck) Recalled by NHTSA on Jan 19, 1973 Jan 19, 1973received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 19, 1973The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
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