Recall 79V-023: 1979 Ford F100, 1979 Ford F150 and 1 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jan 15, 1979, covering about 12 vehicles.
The problem
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, "windshield mounting", in that some of the vehicles were built without the specified windshield weatherstrip retaining components.
The fix
The dealer will install the windshield weatherstrip retaining components at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks.system: visual; windshield components.consequences of defect: the omission of a windshield mounting increases thepossibility that the windshield may not be properly retained within the cabduring a frontal impact which can result in personal injury.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Windshield |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 79V023000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 79V-023?
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, "windshield mounting", in that some of the vehicles were built without the specified windshield weatherstrip retaining components.
How is recall 79V-023 fixed?
The dealer will install the windshield weatherstrip retaining components at no cost to owner.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.