NHTSA Recall 80V143000: Fan (engine and engine cooling)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 314,400 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Ford Custom.
| NHTSA campaign | 80V143000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › FAN |
| Report received | November 7, 1980 |
| Owner notification | January 2, 1981 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Some of the flexible five-blade engine cooling fans may be subject to high blade stresses that can result from resonant vibration inputs occurring during normal vehicle operation. This can result in the blades cracking due to fatigue, and portions of the blade may separate from the fan assembly without prior warning.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Dealer will replace defective fan with one of an improved five-bladed design, without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 351w cid engines and airconditioning.system: engine cooling; fan.consequences of defect: blade portions propelled from a rotating fan may damageunderhood components and cause personal injury to bystanders if the hood isopen.
Vehicles covered by recall 80V143000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Custom | 1973, 1974 |
| Ford Galaxie | 1973, 1974 |
| Ford LTD | 1973, 1974 |
| Ford Ranch Wagon | 1973, 1974 |
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.