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 Exterior lighting: headlights: switch (Chevrolet, GMC and PONTIAC and 2 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 19, 1986 Sep 19, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 19, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Parking brake: conventional: mechanical (Buick, Chevrolet and Oldsmobile) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 15, 1986 Sep 15, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 15, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Volvo) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 15, 1986 Sep 15, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 15, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Holiday Rambler) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 10, 1986 Sep 10, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 10, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: hanger/bracket (Peterbilt) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 10, 1986 Sep 10, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 10, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: rear compartment/trunk (Peterbilt) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 10, 1986 Sep 10, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 10, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 2, 1986 Sep 2, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 2, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats (Superior) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 2, 1986 Sep 2, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 2, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch (Oldsmobile) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 28, 1986 Aug 28, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 28, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear (Oldsmobile) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 28, 1986 Aug 28, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 28, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 26, 1986 Aug 26, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 26, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: hub (Kenworth) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 26, 1986 Aug 26, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 26, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder (Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 26, 1986 Aug 26, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 26, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats (GMC and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 25, 1986 Aug 25, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 25, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: buckle assembly (Audi) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 18, 1986 Aug 18, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 18, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly (GMC and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 18, 1986 Aug 18, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 18, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Parking brake: conventional: mechanical: linkage and cable (Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 18, 1986 Aug 18, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 18, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: driveline (Sunchaser) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 15, 1986 Aug 15, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 15, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 14, 1986 Aug 14, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 14, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 12, 1986 Aug 12, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 12, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: ignition (Lincoln) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 8, 1986 Aug 8, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 8, 1986The hazardFire or burnsAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: hydraulic (Lincoln) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 8, 1986 Aug 8, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 8, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Oshkosh) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 7, 1986 Aug 7, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 7, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: retractor (Volvo) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 5, 1986 Aug 5, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 5, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (Mercedes Benz) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 5, 1986 Aug 5, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 5, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 5, 1986 Aug 5, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 5, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: frame and members (Alloy) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 5, 1986 Aug 5, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 5, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system (Audi) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 4, 1986 Aug 4, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 4, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap (Nissan) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 29, 1986 Jul 29, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 29, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Fruehauf) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 29, 1986 Jul 29, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 29, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: frame and members (Theurer) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 28, 1986 Jul 28, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 28, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: hubcap/cover (Auto Graphics) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 25, 1986 Jul 25, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 25, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion) (Transportation) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 22, 1986 Jul 22, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 22, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly (Strick) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 22, 1986 Jul 22, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 22, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: windshield (Nissan) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 16, 1986 Jul 16, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 16, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 15, 1986 Jul 15, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 15, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer (Coleman) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 15, 1986 Jul 15, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 15, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: driveline: driveshaft (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 14, 1986 Jul 14, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 14, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: anchorage (Buick and Oldsmobile) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 14, 1986 Jul 14, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 14, 1986The 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 Jul 11, 1986 Jul 11, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 11, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure (Volvo) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 11, 1986 Jul 11, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 11, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Yamaha) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 11, 1986 Jul 11, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 11, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic (Yamaha) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 11, 1986 Jul 11, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 11, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear (Harley-Davidson) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 9, 1986 Jul 9, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 9, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid (GMC and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 7, 1986 Jul 7, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 7, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: hubcap/cover (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 1, 1986 Jul 1, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 1, 1986The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 1, 1986 Jul 1, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 1, 1986The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats (Ford and Mercury) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 24, 1986 Jun 24, 1986received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 24, 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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