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1971 Ford Pinto

Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.

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Recalls

5 recalls name the 1971 Ford Pinto. Newest first.

Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Jun 19, 1978NHTSA 78V1430001,400,000 vehicles
In the event the vehicle IS struck from the rear, the fuel filler pipe could disconnect from the tank or the tank could be punctured in the forward face. This would result in fuel leakage.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will install a longer fuel filler pipe having an improved seal. Also, a polyethylene shield will be installed on the front of the fuel tank.
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Service brakes, hydraulic › Fluid
Jun 28, 1971NHTSA 71V1110004,225 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline › Carburetor system
Apr 6, 1971NHTSA 71V045000215,823 vehicles
Vehicle speed control
Nov 10, 1970NHTSA 70V13400026,000 vehicles
Equipment › Other › Labels
Sep 25, 1970NHTSA 70V1140004,188 vehicles

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