Recall campaign78V004000
Recall 78V004000: 1978 Mercury Zephyr and 1 other model
Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
- Report received
- Jan 10, 1978
- Manufacturer
- Ford motor company
- Potentially affected
- 185,000vehicles
- Model years
- 1978
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Because of its position, the wiring assembly may chafe against the cowl-to-brake pedal support brace which is located under the instrument panel.
Remedy
The dealer will install protective shields on the brake pedal support brace and perform repairs, if necessary.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1978 Ford Fairmont2 complaints
- 1978 Mercury Zephyr2 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.