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 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Autocar and White Truck) 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 Equipment: other: labels (Cycles Peugeot) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 1, 1979 Aug 1, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 1, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air (White Truck) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 25, 1979 Jul 25, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 25, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: appliance: air conditioner (Plymouth and Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 24, 1979 Jul 24, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 24, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: wheel bearing (Pontiac, GMC and CHEVROLET and 2 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 23, 1979 Jul 23, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 23, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection (Seagrave) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 17, 1979 Jul 17, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 17, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (Motobecane) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 13, 1979 Jul 13, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 13, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (Motobecane) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 13, 1979 Jul 13, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 13, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 12, 1979 Jul 12, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 12, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Minibus) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 10, 1979 Jul 10, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 10, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 9, 1979 Jul 9, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 9, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 9, 1979 Jul 9, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 9, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: headlights (Triumph) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 9, 1979 Jul 9, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 9, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages (Harley-Davidson) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 9, 1979 Jul 9, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 9, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension (Steyr) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 9, 1979 Jul 9, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 9, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder (Harley-Davidson) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 9, 1979 Jul 9, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 9, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring (Georgie BOY) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 5, 1979 Jul 5, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 5, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: appliance: air conditioner (Mercury) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 3, 1979 Jul 3, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 3, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers (Coachmen) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 2, 1979 Jul 2, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 2, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: tank assembly (Coachmen) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 2, 1979 Jul 2, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 2, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch (Pontiac, Chevrolet and OLDSMOBILE and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 2, 1979 Jul 2, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 2, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: driveline: constant velocity joint (Porsche) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 26, 1979 Jun 26, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 26, 1979The 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 Jun 19, 1979 Jun 19, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 19, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: frame and members: underbody shields (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 19, 1979 Jun 19, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 19, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch (Grumman) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 19, 1979 Jun 19, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 19, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 19, 1979 Jun 19, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 19, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: windshield (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 19, 1979 Jun 19, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 19, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Trailer hitches (Kelsey Hayes) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 19, 1979 Jun 19, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 19, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch (Swan and Peterbilt) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 14, 1979 Jun 14, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 14, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (Plymouth and Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 13, 1979 Jun 13, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 13, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Chevrolet, Pontiac and BUICK and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 13, 1979 Jun 13, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 13, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: rear compartment/trunk (Fiat) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 12, 1979 Jun 12, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 12, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Tires (Alfa Romeo) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 12, 1979 Jun 12, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 12, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly (Austin Healey) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 12, 1979 Jun 12, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 12, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline (White Truck and Autocar) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 12, 1979 Jun 12, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 12, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan (White Truck and Autocar) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 12, 1979 Jun 12, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 12, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: hydraulic power assist system (Walter) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 11, 1979 Jun 11, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 11, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (Kenworth) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 6, 1979 Jun 6, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 6, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch (Chevrolet, GMC and BUICK and 2 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 6, 1979 Jun 6, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 6, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap (Beaver) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 5, 1979 Jun 5, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 5, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 1, 1979 Jun 1, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 1, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system (Georgie BOY) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 1, 1979 Jun 1, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 1, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: engine (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on May 31, 1979 May 31, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 31, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment (Harley-Davidson) Recalled by NHTSA on May 31, 1979 May 31, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 31, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliper (Porsche) Recalled by NHTSA on May 30, 1979 May 30, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 30, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on May 30, 1979 May 30, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 30, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint (American Motors) Recalled by NHTSA on May 30, 1979 May 30, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 30, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly (Volvo) Recalled by NHTSA on May 30, 1979 May 30, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 30, 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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