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1978 Ford Pinto Recall

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Active Safety Recalls (2)

Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1978 Ford Pinto in Canada.

Ref #1983-021 Campaign : 459
1983-02-24 530 units

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Issue Description

THE FELXIBLE FIVE BLADE ENGINE COOLING FAN MAY FATIGUE CRACK AND SEPARATE. FAN BLADE SEPARATION MAY DAMAGE UNDERHOOD COMPONENTS AND, IF THE HOOD IS OPEN, INJURE PERSONS IN THE VICINITY OF THE VEHICLE.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (not entered) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

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Ref #1979-068 Campaign : U5Q
1979-04-12 97 902 units

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Issue Description

THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION (CARBON CANISTER) FUEL VAPOUR PURGE VALVE MAY BE DISCONNECTED AND COULD ALLOW A SMALL QUANTITY OF FUEL VAPOUR TO BE RELEASED TO THE ATMOSPHERE.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (not entered) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

View government recall bulletin Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act
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