Large Recall NHTSA · 79E001000 Reported December 18, 1978

Fuel:fuel system other parts

Fram Group Operatons, Llc · Fuel System, Gasoline · 120,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79E001000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
120,000
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
December 18, 1978

Defect Summary

The involved gasoline filters contain threads that do not seal properly when secured into the carburetor and allow gasoline to leak.

Corrective Action

The dealer will replace defective fuel filter with a new one free of charge.

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 Fram Group Operatons, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 79E001000 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 79E001000

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

What is recall 79E001000?

NHTSA recall 79E001000 was issued by Fram Group Operatons, Llc on December 18, 1978. It addresses: Fuel:fuel system other parts. The recall affects approximately 120,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Fram Group Operatons, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79E001000 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.