Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V050000 Reported February 21, 1979

Fuel:fuel lines fittings and pump

International Truck & Engine Corporation · Fuel System, Gasoline · 4,300 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V050000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
4,300
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 21, 1979

Defect Summary

Due to incorrect clipping of the fuel line at the right front inner fender splash panel, the line could sever or become partially cut by the lower edge of the splash panel, in the event of a vehicle impact. These vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity".

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect fuel line clipping and, if necessary, clip to the proper location.

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 International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 79V050000 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 79V050000

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

What is recall 79V050000?

NHTSA recall 79V050000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on February 21, 1979. It addresses: Fuel:fuel lines fittings and pump. The recall affects approximately 4,300 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V050000 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.