Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V112000 Reported May 1, 1979

Engine:other parts

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) · Engine And Engine Cooling · 11,183 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V112000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
11,183
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 1, 1979

Defect Summary

The threaded insert for the oil filter retaining bolt may not be strong enough to withstand the stress caused by temperature and pressure, particularly in the event that the oil filter bolt has been overtightened.

Corrective Action

Dealer will install a different type oil filter bolt of increased strength.

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 Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference recall ID 79V112000 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 79V112000

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

What is recall 79V112000?

NHTSA recall 79V112000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on May 1, 1979. It addresses: Engine:other parts. The recall affects approximately 11,183 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V112000 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.