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1979 Ford E-250 recalls

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

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

For the 1979 Ford E-250. 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 E-250 recalls, newest first

June 19, 1979NHTSA 79V15300012,000 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields

Summary
Certain vehicles may not contain the specified body mounted heat shields. This could cause high floor pan temperatures when the engine is idled for extended periods of time. Fouled spark plugs or other engine conditions could further increase exhaust temperatures.
Remedy
The dealer will install the necessary frame mounted heat shield, if missing.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 19, 1979NHTSA 79V15200075,000 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary
The incorrectly installed left front brake hoses may allow for contact between the front brake hoses and the front tires when the front wheels are in full right or left turn positions. If contact is made, the hose could wear and allow brake fluid to leak out.
Remedy
The dealer will inspect front brake hoses and replace those lacking the proper clearance with current production hoses, without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 5, 1978NHTSA 78V214000874 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Rear/other

Summary
On the involved vehicles, the potential exists for the outboard seat belts to become trapped in the seat-bed pivoting mechanism. Should the belt become trapped in the mechanism when the seat is converted to a bed, the belt may become cut or frayed.
Remedy
The dealer will install seat belt shields on the folding seat/bed pivoting mechanism and replace the outboard seat belt assemblies if damaged, free of charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1979 Ford E-250 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. Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe1

Other Ford E-250 years

Other 1979 Ford models

Questions

Does the 1979 Ford E-250 have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, service brakes, hydraulic, seat belts. 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 E-250 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 E-250?
1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.