Safety Recall NHTSA · 86V039000 Reported March 10, 1986

Visual systems:glazing material sticker

Ford Motor Company · N/A · 4,700 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
86V039000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
4,700
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 10, 1986

Defect Summary

The right quarter windows may contain glass which was improperly tempered. this glass may yield pieces larger than the maximum allowed by fmvss 205, glazing material. consequence of defect: in case of an accident these large pieces of glass may seriously injure the occupants of the car.

Corrective Action

Replace the quarter windows containing date code 5 af.

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 86V039000 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 86V039000

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

What is recall 86V039000?

NHTSA recall 86V039000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 10, 1986. It addresses: Visual systems:glazing material sticker. The recall affects approximately 4,700 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 86V039000 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.