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1979 Ford LTD recalls

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

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

For the 1979 Ford LTD. 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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1979 Ford LTD 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

April 30, 1979NHTSA 79V106000162,000 vehicles potentially affected

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

Summary
Some of these vehicles were produced with misindexed front brake hoses which could contact a tire or wheel in a full-turn condition. Chafing and wear to the brake hose could result in loss of brake fluid and front wheel braking capability.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, re-index the front brake hose. Those hoses showing signs of abrasion will be replaced, without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 15, 1979NHTSA 79V02200025,453 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary
The word "lights" was omitted from the panel applique identifying the headlamp switch. Without this identification the involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 101, "controls and displays".
Remedy
Owners of the affected vehicles will be mailed adhesive backed labels containing the word "lights", along with instructions for proper installation at no charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 4, 1978NHTSA 78V21200032,000 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary
The lower steering shaft assemblies contain coupling rivet pins which were not riveted securely enough during manufacture. Consequently one or both of the pins could loosen from the flange of the flexible coupling during vehicle operation. If one pin is loose, free play would result. If both pins work loose, loss of steering control would occur. Also, the shaft assembly may not contain a metal reinforcement between one or both of the rivet pins and the rubber flexible coupling. As a result, the rubber flexible coupling could tear and produce a noise or loose feeling in the steering system.
Remedy
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft assembly, without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 11, 1978NHTSA 78V1980005,000 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers

Summary
The windshield wiper and washer system contains an incorrect 6 amp circuit breaker instead of the 8.25 amp circuit breaker. If the system is heavily loaded, as in the case of a partially dry windshield, the motor current may exceed the 6 amp breaker"s capacity. This would cause the breaker to open, which would result in wiper/washer failure.
Remedy
Dealer will install the correct circuit breaker without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

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

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Tires2
  2. Electrical system › Ignition › Switch1

Other Ford LTD years

Other 1979 Ford models

Questions

Does the 1979 Ford LTD have any recalls?
9 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic, equipment, engine and engine cooling, steering, electrical system. 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 LTD 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 LTD?
2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.