Recall 79V-117: 1979 Ford Bronco, 1979 Ford E100 and 23 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on May 15, 1979, covering about 82,000 vehicles.
The problem
The involved vehicles were produced with brake push-rod to brake pedal retaining pins which were not heat-treated as specified. This could allow the brake pedal to become disengaged from the push-rod.
The fix
Dealer will replace the suspect brake retaining pin.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; hydraulic linkage, pedal.consequences of defect: disengagement of the brake pedal would result in totalloss of service brakes, which could lead to loss of vehicle control and anaccident.note: the parking brake will remain operational even if service brakes arelost.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 79V117000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Bronco | 1979 | All years |
| Ford E100 | 1979 | All years |
| Ford E150 | 1979 | All years |
| Ford E250 | 1979 | All years |
| Ford E350 | 1979 | All years |
| Ford Econoline | 1979 | All years |
| Ford F100 | 1979 | All years |
| Ford F150 | 1979 | All years |
| Ford F250 | 1979 | All years |
| Ford F350 | 1979 | All years |
| Ford Fairmont | 1979 | All years |
| Ford Granada | 1979 | All years |
| Ford LTD | 1979 | All years |
| Ford LTD II | 1979 | All years |
| Ford Mustang | 1979 | All years |
| Ford Thunderbird | 1979 | All years |
| Lincoln Continental | 1979 | All years |
| Lincoln Mark V | 1979 | All years |
| Lincoln Versailles | 1979 | All years |
| Mercury Capri | 1979 | All years |
| Mercury Cougar | 1979 | All years |
| Mercury Marquis | 1979 | All years |
| Mercury Monarch | 1979 | All years |
| Mercury XR7 | 1979 | All years |
| Mercury Zephyr | 1979 | All years |
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-117?
The involved vehicles were produced with brake push-rod to brake pedal retaining pins which were not heat-treated as specified. This could allow the brake pedal to become disengaged from the push-rod.
How is recall 79V-117 fixed?
Dealer will replace the suspect brake retaining pin.
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.