3
recalls
The Ford Cortina has 3 recalls covering 16,384 vehicles as reported; model year 1971 is covered by the most (2).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
3
Most for 1971: 2
Units affected
16K
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Ford Cortina by component
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 612 units
- Steering1 · 16K units
- Structure1 · 165 units
Ford Cortina recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 24, 1973 | Ford Cortina (1972): StructureNo. 73V015000 | Other or not stated | 165 |
| Oct 20, 1971 | Ford Cortina; Mercury Capri (1970-1971): SteeringNo. 71V187000 | Other or not stated | 15,607 |
| Sep 15, 1971 | Ford Cortina (1971): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 71V158000 | Other or not stated | 612 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1972 Ford Cortina recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1972 Ford Cortina. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Ford Cortina have?
3 recalls cover the Ford Cortina, for 16,384 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is service brakes, hydraulic (1 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.