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1979 Ford Bronco recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1979 Ford Bronco. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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1979 Ford Bronco recalls, newest first

March 6, 2008NHTSA 08E0190001,937 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
Intercontinental auto parts is recalling 1,937 fuel filters, p/nos alg 44/1 and purolator F10024, shipped between January 14 and February 13, 2008, sold for use on the vehicles listed above. The filter's outlet cap may not be securely crimped to the housing. This could result in a separation of filter's outlet cap from the housing.
Consequence
If this condition occurs while attempting to start the vehicle, a no start condition may result and fuel may be pumped onto the ground. If this occurs while the vehicle is in motion, the engine may stop due to inadequate fuel supply. If an ignition source were present, fuel leakage may result in a fire.
Remedy
Intercontinental will replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began during March 2008. Owners may contact intercontinental at 800-451-2593.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 7, 1979NHTSA 79V18500022,500 vehicles potentially affected

Wheels

Summary
The wheel assembly may contain substandard welds in the area where the disc is attached to the rim. As a result, cracks can form in the wheel assembly, causing air loss and an underinflated tire.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and replace any defective wheels without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 29, 1979NHTSA 79V03500062,000 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm

Summary
The involved vehicles were assembled with improperly manufactured steering arm knuckles. Should an improperly manufactured steering arm knuckle fracture and separate, the steering linkage tie rod may disengage from the knuckle.
Remedy
The dealer will inspect for cracking in the steering arm knuckles on all vehicles and, if necessary, replace them free of charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 27, 1978NHTSA 78V2560007,000 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary
The involved vehicles were equipped with automatic transmissions in which the parking pawl was not heat-treated. During normal vehicle operation, a parking pawl that has not been heat-treated could become deformed or worn to the point that the transmission will not lock in "park". As a result, the vehicle could roll free if the driver does not set the parking brake when parking or leaving vehicle unattended.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the parking pawl with one that has been heat-treated.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 15, 1978NHTSA 78V20100022,000 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary
These transmissions may contain improperly manufactured parking pawl actuating rods. Consequently, the unhardened cam surface of these rods can allow the rod to deform during use with resultant increase in shift efforts and difficulty in releasing the parking pawl and engaging the parking gear.
Remedy
Dealer will replace the transmission parking pawl actuating rod without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1979 Ford Bronco with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Power train › Automatic transmission1
  2. Tires › Tread/belt1

Other Ford Bronco years

Other 1979 Ford models

Questions

Does the 1979 Ford Bronco have any recalls?
6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, gasoline, wheels, service brakes, hydraulic, steering, power train. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1979 Ford Bronco recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Ford dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1979 Ford Bronco?
2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.