Safety Recall NHTSA · 77V158000 Reported September 22, 1977

Brakes:hydraulic:disc:rotor:disc hub

Ford Motor Company · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 44,638 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
77V158000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
44,638
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 22, 1977

Defect Summary

The front disc brake rotors installed on the involved vehicles may have been improperly manufactured so that they contain cracks. These cracked rotors could fracture during vehicle braking and cause brake pull and affect vehicle directional control.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace both front disc brake rotors on involved vehicles, without charge to owners.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 77V158000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 77V158000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 77V158000?

NHTSA recall 77V158000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on September 22, 1977. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:disc:rotor:disc hub. The recall affects approximately 44,638 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 77V158000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.