Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V251000 Reported November 20, 1979

Suspension:independent front attaching mechanisms:

Q: What is recall 79V251000?

NHTSA recall 79V251000 was issued by Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc. on November 20, 1979. It addresses: Suspension:independent front attaching mechanisms:. The recall affects approximately 8,640 vehicles , with the defect involving the Suspension component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc. · Suspension · 8,640 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

79V251000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc.

Component

Suspension

Vehicles Affected

8,640

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

November 20, 1979

Defect Summary

The nut securing the front sway bar to the lower control arm may become loose, causing the front suspension to fail.

Corrective Action

The existing nut will be replaced and tightened to the correct specifications. An additional locking nut will also be installed, without charge to owner.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 79V251000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 79V251000

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

What is recall 79V251000?

NHTSA recall 79V251000 was issued by Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc. on November 20, 1979. It addresses: Suspension:independent front attaching mechanisms:. The recall affects approximately 8,640 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Fiat Motors Of N.a., Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V251000 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.