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.
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The list
- 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 Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (Clenet) Recalled by NHTSA on May 29, 1979 May 29, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 29, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: automatic transmission (Lotus) Recalled by NHTSA on May 25, 1979 May 25, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 25, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats (Winnebago) Recalled by NHTSA on May 24, 1979 May 24, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 24, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly (Thomas) Recalled by NHTSA on May 23, 1979 May 23, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 23, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on May 23, 1979 May 23, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 23, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: automatic transmission (Jaguar) Recalled by NHTSA on May 23, 1979 May 23, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 23, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Oldsmobile) Recalled by NHTSA on May 22, 1979 May 22, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 22, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems (Coachmen) Recalled by NHTSA on May 22, 1979 May 22, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 22, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air (Iveco) Recalled by NHTSA on May 22, 1979 May 22, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 22, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: starter assembly: relay (Volkswagen) Recalled by NHTSA on May 17, 1979 May 17, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 17, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch (AM General) Recalled by NHTSA on May 16, 1979 May 16, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 16, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: frame and members (Mercury and Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on May 15, 1979 May 15, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 15, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages (Ford, Mercury and Lincoln) Recalled by NHTSA on May 15, 1979 May 15, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 15, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: lines and fittings (American Clipper) Recalled by NHTSA on May 15, 1979 May 15, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 15, 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 May 11, 1979 May 11, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 11, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder (Harley-Davidson) Recalled by NHTSA on May 10, 1979 May 10, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 10, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Unknown or other (Superior) Recalled by NHTSA on May 7, 1979 May 7, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 7, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring (Buick, Oldsmobile and PONTIAC and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on May 6, 1979 May 6, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 6, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal (Cadillac) Recalled by NHTSA on May 4, 1979 May 4, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 4, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system (Venture and Starcraft) Recalled by NHTSA on May 2, 1979 May 2, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 2, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body (Triumph) Recalled by NHTSA on May 1, 1979 May 1, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 1, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: engine (Honda) Recalled by NHTSA on May 1, 1979 May 1, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 1, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: control arm: lower arm (Dodge and Plymouth) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 30, 1979 Apr 30, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 30, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Plymouth and Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 30, 1979 Apr 30, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 30, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Mercury and Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 30, 1979 Apr 30, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 30, 1979The 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 Apr 30, 1979 Apr 30, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 30, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: springs: torsion bar (Recreational IND) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 24, 1979 Apr 24, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 24, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (Honda) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 20, 1979 Apr 20, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 20, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: springs: coil springs (Buick, Chevrolet and PONTIAC and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 17, 1979 Apr 17, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 17, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: headlights: high/low beam dimmer switch (Saab) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 17, 1979 Apr 17, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 17, 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 Apr 17, 1979 Apr 17, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 17, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliper (Oldsmobile) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 17, 1979 Apr 17, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 17, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: hanger/bracket (Gillig) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 16, 1979 Apr 16, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 16, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 16, 1979 Apr 16, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 16, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (Tuff BOY) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 16, 1979 Apr 16, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 16, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: low pressure warning: switch (GMC) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 13, 1979 Apr 13, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 13, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: wheel bearing (Alfa Romeo) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 5, 1979 Apr 5, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 5, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan (Mercury and Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 5, 1979 Apr 5, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 5, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting (White Truck) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 5, 1979 Apr 5, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 5, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Buick, Oldsmobile and CHEVROLET and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 5, 1979 Apr 5, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 5, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and PONTIAC and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 5, 1979 Apr 5, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 5, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: frame and members (Chevrolet and Pontiac) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 5, 1979 Apr 5, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 5, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: drum: chamber (Eagle International) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 5, 1979 Apr 5, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 5, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats: front assembly: head restraint (Superior) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 4, 1979 Apr 4, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 4, 1979The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 3, 1979 Apr 3, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 3, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (White Truck and Autocar) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 3, 1979 Apr 3, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 3, 1979The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 3, 1979 Apr 3, 1979received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 3, 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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