Ford Custom 500 years to avoid
Across 1973–1978, no single Custom 500 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1978 drew the most complaints; 1978 the fewest.
0
Total complaints
8
Recall campaigns
1973–1978
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Every Custom 500 year
Common questions
What is the best year for the Ford Custom 500?
By complaint volume, 1978 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Custom 500 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Ford Custom 500 have?
Across all model years, the Custom 500 has 8 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.