Equipment:certification label
Defect Summary
The involved vehicles were built with safety compliance certification labels that contained incorrect gvwr and gawr weight information. The gvwr"s could be overstated by up to 197 lbs., due to an error in the reporting of incremental option weights used to derive the gvwr"s and gawr"s.
Corrective Action
The owner has the option of affixing the supplied labels himself or bringing the vehicle in to the dealer to have them affixed.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 79V039000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 79V039000?
NHTSA recall 79V039000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on January 26, 1979. It addresses: Equipment:certification label. The recall affects approximately 9,500 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V039000 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.