Vehicle recall 79V078000 · April 2, 1979
1970-1971 Fiat 850
There is a possibility that either the suspension system, the steering system, or the floor pan where the seats are attached may separate from the undercarriage.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- There is a possibility that either the suspension system, the steering system, or the floor pan where the seats are attached may separate from the undercarriage. This is due to an advanced state of corrosion in certain areas of the undercarriage caused by salt and/or sand which accelerates the rate of corrosion.
- Remedy
- Vehicles will be inspected and tested. If necessary, vehicle will be repurchased from the owner at a price based on the degree of vehicle depreciation.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: structure; frame, members & body.consequences of defect: such separation could cause loss of vehicle control andan accident.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 79V078000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 2, 1979
- Filed by
- FIAT MOTORS OF N.A., INC.
- Owner notification
- May 15, 1979
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 31,702
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Structure › Frame and members
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