NHTSA Recall 78V069000: Bumpers (structure)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 284,000 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Pinto.
| NHTSA campaign | 78V069000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › BUMPERS |
| Report received | April 4, 1978 |
| Owner notification | June 9, 1978 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
In the event of a frontal impact, fuel leakage may occur at the fuel line to fuel pump connection in the engine compartment. These vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity".
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Dealer will install a pair of front bumper bracket extension plates to supply added protection for this fuel line connection.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel line to fuel pump connection.consequences of defect: fuel leakage resulting from a vehicle collision couldlead to a vehicle fire and injury to passengers.
Vehicles covered by recall 78V069000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.