Vehicles before 2015, 1979
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274 recalls naming only model years before 2015 that NHTSA received in 1979, 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 5, 2026.
274of 274 recalls of vehicles before model year 2015shown with your filters
The list
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: springs: coil springs (Western) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 28, 1979 Dec 28, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 28, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: control arm: upper ball joint (Volkswagen) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 27, 1979 Dec 27, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 27, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: front underhood (Western) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 27, 1979 Dec 27, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 27, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: windshield (Mercury and Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 27, 1979 Dec 27, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 27, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers (Honda) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 27, 1979 Dec 27, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 27, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: anchorage (Western) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 27, 1979 Dec 27, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 27, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats: front assembly: recliner (Mercury) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 20, 1979 Dec 20, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 20, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: manual transmission: floor shift assembly (Mercury) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 20, 1979 Dec 20, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 20, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 18, 1979 Dec 18, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 18, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum: wheel cylinders (Ford and Mercury) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 18, 1979 Dec 18, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 18, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 14, 1979 Dec 14, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 14, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: front underhood (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 14, 1979 Dec 14, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 14, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: windshield: electrical heating element (Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 14, 1979 Dec 14, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 14, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: arm: idler and attachment (Transportation) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 5, 1979 Dec 5, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 5, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: multiple axle (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 4, 1979 Dec 4, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 4, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum: drum (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 4, 1979 Dec 4, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 4, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: hydraulic power assist system (Peterbilt) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 4, 1979 Dec 4, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 4, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: control arm: upper arm (Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 3, 1979 Dec 3, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 3, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: stabilizer bar (Fiat) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 20, 1979 Nov 20, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 20, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front (GMC) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 20, 1979 Nov 20, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 20, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body: door (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 20, 1979 Nov 20, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 20, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: buckle assembly (Kenworth) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 20, 1979 Nov 20, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 20, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 19, 1979 Nov 19, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 19, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body: bumpers (Lincoln) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 16, 1979 Nov 16, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 16, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: antilock: interconnecting assembly(wiring) (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 15, 1979 Nov 15, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 15, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: low pressure warning: switch (Hendrickson) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 15, 1979 Nov 15, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 15, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Interior lighting (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 14, 1979 Nov 14, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 14, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system (Nissan) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 13, 1979 Nov 13, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 13, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: anchorage (Oldsmobile, Chevrolet and CADILLAC and 2 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 13, 1979 Nov 13, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 13, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 6, 1979 Nov 6, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 6, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: glass, side/rear (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 6, 1979 Nov 6, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 6, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 6, 1979 Nov 6, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 6, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body (Harley-Davidson) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 6, 1979 Nov 6, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 6, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 2, 1979 Nov 2, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 2, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: controls: foot control/valve (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 2, 1979 Nov 2, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 2, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: headlights (Jeep) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 30, 1979 Oct 30, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 30, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: driveline: universal joint (Jeep and American Motors) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 30, 1979 Oct 30, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 30, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) (Suzuki) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 29, 1979 Oct 29, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 29, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 26, 1979 Oct 26, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 26, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl) (AM General) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 24, 1979 Oct 24, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 24, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control: springs (Chrysler and Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 23, 1979 Oct 23, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 23, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: turn signal: flasher unit (Buick) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 23, 1979 Oct 23, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 23, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: turn signal (Buick) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 23, 1979 Oct 23, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 23, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly (Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 22, 1979 Oct 22, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 22, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure (Dodge and Chrysler) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 22, 1979 Oct 22, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 22, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables (Saab) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 19, 1979 Oct 19, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 19, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: rack and pinion (Pontiac, Chevrolet and OLDSMOBILE and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 17, 1979 Oct 17, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 17, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Ferrari) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 17, 1979 Oct 17, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 17, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
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NHTSA, Recalls flat file and Recalls flat file before 2010. Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.
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