3
recalls
The Ford Galaxie 500 has 3 recalls covering 162,855 vehicles as reported; model year 1973 is covered by the most (3).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
3
Most for 1973: 3
Units affected
163K
As reported
Overall stars
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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 Galaxie 500 by component
- Power train1 · 75K units
- Seat belts1 · 11K units
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 77K units
Ford Galaxie 500 recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 1973 | Ford Country Sedan, Country Squire, Custom, Fairlane and 11 more (1973-1974): Power trainNo. 73V181000 | Other or not stated | 74,884 |
| May 21, 1973 | Ford Country Sedan, F100, F150, F200 and 8 more (1973): Seat beltsNo. 73V118000 | Other or not stated | 11,301 |
| Feb 13, 1973 | Ford Country Sedan, Country Squire, Custom, Custom 500 and 3 more (1973): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 73V033000 | Other or not stated | 76,670 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1974 Ford Galaxie 500 recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1974 Ford Galaxie 500. 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 Galaxie 500 have?
3 recalls cover the Ford Galaxie 500, for 162,855 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is power train (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.