1979 Pontiac CATALINA Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your CATALINA Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Pontiac, so if you own a 1979 CATALINA take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Pontiac to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page

Recent 1979 CATALINA Recalls

• SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE Recall for 1979 PONTIAC CATALINA

  • Recall Announced NOVEMBER 13 1979
  • NHTSA Reference #79V247000
  • Number Affected 1,326,404

  Summary: The heads may break off the front outboard seat belt anchor bolts during normal vehicle operation even under no load conditions. This is due to the combination of bolts used, high installation torque and arrangement of the body anchorage.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: Dealer will replace all original equipment front outboard seat belt anchor bolts on the affected vehicles at no cost to owner.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #79V247000 »