Vehicles before 2015, 1986
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173 recalls naming only model years before 2015 that NHTSA received in 1986, 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 Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 30, 1986 Dec 30, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 30, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 30, 1986 Dec 30, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 30, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: column (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 23, 1986 Dec 23, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 23, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: hydraulic power assist system (Chevrolet and GMC) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 22, 1986 Dec 22, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 22, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: fuel rail (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 22, 1986 Dec 22, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 22, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery (Nissan Diesel) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 17, 1986 Dec 17, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 17, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front (Prevost) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 17, 1986 Dec 17, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 17, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly (Fruehauf) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 17, 1986 Dec 17, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 17, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: headlights: switch (Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 15, 1986 Dec 15, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 15, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch (Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 15, 1986 Dec 15, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 15, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: hubcap/cover (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 15, 1986 Dec 15, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 15, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: drum (Fruehauf) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 12, 1986 Dec 12, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 12, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Jeep) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 11, 1986 Dec 11, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 11, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings (Ferrari) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 11, 1986 Dec 11, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 11, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Ferrari) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 11, 1986 Dec 11, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 11, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (Jeep) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 9, 1986 Dec 9, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 9, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Unknown or other (Peterbilt and Kenworth) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 7, 1986 Dec 7, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 7, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers (Kenworth) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 7, 1986 Dec 7, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 7, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Eldorado) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 3, 1986 Dec 3, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 3, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure (Automatic Equipment) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 2, 1986 Dec 2, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 2, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Dec 1, 1986 Dec 1, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedDec 1, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (GMC) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 25, 1986 Nov 25, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 25, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers (hino motors (usa),inc.) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 24, 1986 Nov 24, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 24, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: headlights: switch (Fleetwood) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 20, 1986 Nov 20, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 20, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: rim (National RV) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 19, 1986 Nov 19, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 19, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Parking brake (Jeep) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 14, 1986 Nov 14, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 14, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, other: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Holiday Rambler) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 13, 1986 Nov 13, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 13, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train (Harley-Davidson) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 13, 1986 Nov 13, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 13, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch (BMW) CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SWITCH PLUNGER COULD JAM, RENDERING BRAKE LIGHTS EITHER INOPERATIVE OR CONTINUOUSLY ILLIMINATED, REGARDLESS OF BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION. Nov 10, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 10, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control: cables (Jeep) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 7, 1986 Nov 7, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 7, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: axle: spindle (Ford and Mercury) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 7, 1986 Nov 7, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 7, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly (Volkswagen) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 7, 1986 Nov 7, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 7, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Trailer hitches (Fruehauf) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 7, 1986 Nov 7, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 7, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections (Buick and Oldsmobile) Recalled by NHTSA on Nov 3, 1986 Nov 3, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedNov 3, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Mercury and Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 28, 1986 Oct 28, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 28, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash (Saab) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 27, 1986 Oct 27, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 27, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: front underhood (Lincoln) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 24, 1986 Oct 24, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 24, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: multiple axle (Scania) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 23, 1986 Oct 23, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 23, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (Pontiac) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 21, 1986 Oct 21, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 21, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (GMC and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 21, 1986 Oct 21, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 21, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: retractor (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 20, 1986 Oct 20, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 20, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (BMW) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 20, 1986 Oct 20, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 20, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: turn signal: switch (Intl Automotive) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 10, 1986 Oct 10, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 10, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: retractor (Vintage) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 8, 1986 Oct 8, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 8, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: reservoir/tank (White Truck) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 7, 1986 Oct 7, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 7, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion) (Carpenter) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 7, 1986 Oct 7, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 7, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Toyota) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 2, 1986 Oct 2, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 2, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control: springs (GMC) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 19, 1986 Sep 19, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 19, 1986The 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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