Ford Custom 500 Recalls in Canada

The Ford Custom 500 has 11 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by not entered issues with 6 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer — check your exact VIN below.

Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11

Most-affected systems

Not Entered · 6Steering · 5

Most recent campaigns

1980-09-09Not Entered: VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH AN ENGLISH LANGUAGE VERSION OF THE "UNLEADED FUEL ONLY" DECAL LOCATED NEAR THE FUEL FILLER NECK. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE BILINGUAL LABELLIN

1979-12-14Steering: On certain vehicles, the steering idler arm bushing could develop a stiffening condition which could result in the idler arm bracket separating from the vehicle frame. This conditi

1979-12-14Steering: On certain vehicles, the steering idler arm bushing could develop a stiffening condition which could result in the idler arm bracket separating from the vehicle frame. This conditi

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FAQ

How many recalls does the Ford Custom 500 have in Canada?

11 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Ford Custom 500 (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is not entered with 6 campaigns.

How do I check if a specific Ford Custom 500 has an open recall in Canada?

Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Ford dealer — recall repairs are free.

Are Canadian and US recalls the same?

Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.