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
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- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 16, 1979 Oct 16, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 16, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum: drum (Revcon) SHOULD BRAKE DRUM FAILURE OCCUR, THE STOPPING DISTANCEOF THE VEHICLE WILL BE INCREASED AND LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENTMAY OCCUR. Oct 16, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 16, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (Oldsmobile) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 16, 1979 Oct 16, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 16, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (Leggett & Pratt) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 15, 1979 Oct 15, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 15, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: lines and fittings (Fleetwood) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 11, 1979 Oct 11, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 11, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: driveline (Suzuki) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 10, 1979 Oct 10, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 10, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control: cables (White Truck) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 9, 1979 Oct 9, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 9, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: buckle assembly (Van CON) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 1, 1979 Oct 1, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 1, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: retractor (Porsche) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 27, 1979 Sep 27, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 27, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 25, 1979 Sep 25, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 25, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines (Pontiac, Buick and CHEVROLET and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 25, 1979 Sep 25, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 25, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly (Trailmobile) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 21, 1979 Sep 21, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 21, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: carburetor system (Winnebago) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 18, 1979 Sep 18, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 18, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: headlights: switch (Mercury) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 18, 1979 Sep 18, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 18, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: drum (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 18, 1979 Sep 18, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 18, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 18, 1979 Sep 18, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 18, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 18, 1979 Sep 18, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 18, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift (Buick) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 18, 1979 Sep 18, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 18, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Plymouth and Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 18, 1979 Sep 18, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 18, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 17, 1979 Sep 17, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 17, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Saab) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 14, 1979 Sep 14, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 14, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: windshield (Kenworth) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 14, 1979 Sep 14, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 14, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: slack adjusters (Peterbilt and Kenworth) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 13, 1979 Sep 13, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 13, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear (Buick) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 12, 1979 Sep 12, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 12, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: multi piece (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 11, 1979 Sep 11, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 11, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices: exterior (Garelli) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 11, 1979 Sep 11, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 11, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (Garelli) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 11, 1979 Sep 11, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 11, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Dodge, Chrysler and Plymouth) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 11, 1979 Sep 11, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 11, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft (American Motors) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 10, 1979 Sep 10, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 10, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels (GMC and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 7, 1979 Sep 7, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 7, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: fuel rail (Cadillac) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 30, 1979 Aug 30, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 30, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: leaf (Volvo) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 28, 1979 Aug 28, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 28, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: tail lights (American Motors) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 28, 1979 Aug 28, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 28, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control: linkages (GMC and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 28, 1979 Aug 28, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 28, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats: front assembly: head restraint (Oldsmobile and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 28, 1979 Aug 28, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 28, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body: door: hinge and attachments (Champion) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 24, 1979 Aug 24, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 24, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats (Olson) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 21, 1979 Aug 21, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 21, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Peterbilt) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 17, 1979 Aug 17, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 17, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air (TMC) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 15, 1979 Aug 15, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 15, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Maserati) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 14, 1979 Aug 14, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 14, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices: exterior (Tomos) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 14, 1979 Aug 14, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 14, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: controls: foot control/valve (GMC and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 8, 1979 Aug 8, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 8, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly (White Truck) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 7, 1979 Aug 7, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 7, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 7, 1979 Aug 7, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 7, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (FMC) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 7, 1979 Aug 7, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 7, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Parking brake: driveline (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 3, 1979 Aug 3, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 3, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air (Motor Coach) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 1, 1979 Aug 1, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 1, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: reservoir/tank (Kenworth) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 1, 1979 Aug 1, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 1, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone 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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