Vehicles before 2015, 1985
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173 recalls naming only model years before 2015 that NHTSA received in 1985, 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.
173of 173 recalls of vehicles before model year 2015shown with your filters
The list
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery (Diplomat and Executive) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 18, 1985 Oct 18, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 18, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: rim (Gardner) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 17, 1985 Oct 17, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 17, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 15, 1985 Oct 15, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 15, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan (GMC and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 15, 1985 Oct 15, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 15, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear (Sunrader) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 11, 1985 Oct 11, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 11, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (Ravens) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 10, 1985 Oct 10, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 10, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages (Kawasaki) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 9, 1985 Oct 9, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 9, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift (Lincoln) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 7, 1985 Oct 7, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 7, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Parking brake: driveline: air: chamber (Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 7, 1985 Oct 7, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 7, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator (Honda) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 4, 1985 Oct 4, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 4, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator (Buick) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 4, 1985 Oct 4, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 4, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats: front assembly: recliner (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 2, 1985 Oct 2, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 2, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: driveline: differential unit (Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 1, 1985 Oct 1, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 1, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: front underhood (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 24, 1985 Sep 24, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 24, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Trailer hitches (Alfa) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 24, 1985 Sep 24, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 24, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Isuzu) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 19, 1985 Sep 19, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 19, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (Buick) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 19, 1985 Sep 19, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 19, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Lincoln) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 19, 1985 Sep 19, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 19, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering (Oshkosh) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 17, 1985 Sep 17, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 17, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 17, 1985 Sep 17, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 17, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: multi piece (RBR) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 16, 1985 Sep 16, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 16, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: fuel rail (GMC and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 11, 1985 Sep 11, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 11, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering (Mazda) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 4, 1985 Sep 4, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 4, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats (Sans Vans) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 3, 1985 Sep 3, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 3, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap (Fleetwood) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 27, 1985 Aug 27, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 27, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front (Western Star) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 26, 1985 Aug 26, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 26, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Parking brake: driveline: air (White Truck and Autocar) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 14, 1985 Aug 14, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 14, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum (Buick) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 14, 1985 Aug 14, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 14, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Peterbilt and Kenworth) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 8, 1985 Aug 8, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 8, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring (Coleman) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 6, 1985 Aug 6, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 6, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: multiple axle (RBR) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 6, 1985 Aug 6, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 6, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers (Executive) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 30, 1985 Jul 30, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 30, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 30, 1985 Jul 30, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 30, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Volkswagen and Audi) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 30, 1985 Jul 30, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 30, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly (Porsche) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 26, 1985 Jul 26, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 26, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (Executive) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 23, 1985 Jul 23, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 23, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Parking brake (Iveco) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 22, 1985 Jul 22, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 22, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control: cables (Renault) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 22, 1985 Jul 22, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 22, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (Volkswagen) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 18, 1985 Jul 18, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 18, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Renault) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 18, 1985 Jul 18, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 18, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: hubcap/cover (Ranger) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 16, 1985 Jul 16, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 16, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly (Cottrell) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 16, 1985 Jul 16, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 16, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Yamaha) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 9, 1985 Jul 9, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 9, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear (Mercury and Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 3, 1985 Jul 3, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 3, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: fuel rail (Jaguar) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 3, 1985 Jul 3, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 3, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Chevrolet and GMC) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 2, 1985 Jul 2, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 2, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: engine (Porsche) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 1, 1985 Jul 1, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 1, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly (Transportation) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 24, 1985 Jun 24, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 24, 1985The 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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