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 Structure: body (Great Dane) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 24, 1985 Jun 24, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 24, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: radiator assembly (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 21, 1985 Jun 21, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 21, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly (Kidron) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 18, 1985 Jun 18, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 18, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: headlights: high/low beam dimmer switch (Suzuki) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 13, 1985 Jun 13, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 13, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft (Suzuki) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 13, 1985 Jun 13, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 13, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: engine (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 11, 1985 Jun 11, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 11, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: frame and members: underbody shields (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 11, 1985 Jun 11, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 11, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body (GMC) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 10, 1985 Jun 10, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 10, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: reservoir/tank (Autocar) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 6, 1985 Jun 6, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 6, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Trailer hitches (Lufkin) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 5, 1985 Jun 5, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 5, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: frame and members (DRI) Recalled by NHTSA on May 29, 1985 May 29, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 29, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: rim (Mercedes Benz) Recalled by NHTSA on May 28, 1985 May 28, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 28, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: hubcap/cover (Huntsman) Recalled by NHTSA on May 24, 1985 May 24, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 24, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Suzuki) Recalled by NHTSA on May 23, 1985 May 23, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 23, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels (Grumman) Recalled by NHTSA on May 23, 1985 May 23, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 23, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: hubcap/cover (BMW) Recalled by NHTSA on May 22, 1985 May 22, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 22, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: rear/other (Mercury and Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on May 21, 1985 May 21, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 21, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum (Mercury and Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on May 21, 1985 May 21, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 21, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, diesel (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on May 14, 1985 May 14, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 14, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: mechanical: wrecker and wheel lift devices (Ernest Holmes) Recalled by NHTSA on May 14, 1985 May 14, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 14, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Neoplan) Recalled by NHTSA on May 14, 1985 May 14, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 14, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: rod: relay: connecting (Neoplan) Recalled by NHTSA on May 14, 1985 May 14, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 14, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Saab) Recalled by NHTSA on May 8, 1985 May 8, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 8, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front (Triumph and MG) Recalled by NHTSA on May 7, 1985 May 7, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 7, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: carburetor system (BMW) Recalled by NHTSA on May 6, 1985 May 6, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 6, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on May 3, 1985 May 3, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 3, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body: bumpers (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on May 1, 1985 May 1, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 1, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (GMC and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on May 1, 1985 May 1, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 1, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: differential proportional valve (Dodge and Plymouth) Recalled by NHTSA on May 1, 1985 May 1, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 1, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Ford and Mercury) Recalled by NHTSA on May 1, 1985 May 1, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 1, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Parking brake: conventional: mechanical: linkage and cable (Eldorado and Encore) Recalled by NHTSA on May 1, 1985 May 1, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 1, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Trailer hitches (Fleetwood) Recalled by NHTSA on May 1, 1985 May 1, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 1, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum: wheel cylinders (Chevrolet, Pontiac and GMC and 2 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 29, 1985 Apr 29, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 29, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body: bumpers (Buick) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 29, 1985 Apr 29, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 29, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly (London Aire) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 29, 1985 Apr 29, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 29, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 26, 1985 Apr 26, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 26, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: windshield (Oldsmobile and Buick) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 26, 1985 Apr 26, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 26, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 17, 1985 Apr 17, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 17, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: engine (Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 12, 1985 Apr 12, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 12, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: rear/other (Renault) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 12, 1985 Apr 12, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 12, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: rim (Kmart) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 12, 1985 Apr 12, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 12, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: starter assembly: solenoid (Yamaha) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 10, 1985 Apr 10, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 10, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Porsche) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 9, 1985 Apr 9, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 9, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: springs: air suspension system (Lincoln) A WIRE TO THE AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR COULD OVERHEAT CREATING A POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE, PRIMARILY WHEN PARKED AND KEY IS REMOVED. Apr 9, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 9, 1985The hazardFire or burnsAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body (Executive) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 3, 1985 Apr 3, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 3, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: front underhood (Saab) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 2, 1985 Apr 2, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 2, 1985The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 2, 1985 Apr 2, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 2, 1985The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: buckle assembly (Volvo) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 1, 1985 Apr 1, 1985received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 1, 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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