Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1979 El Camino.
Framing the 1979 Chevrolet El Camino begins with this overview, which establishes the vehicle's baseline identity without detailing the specific body, platform, or engine configurations that define its mechanical profile. Because the overview lacks standout specifications or quantitative figures, researchers must look beyond this text to ground their technical understanding of the model. Ultimately, this reference does not contextualize the 1979 iteration within the El Camino's broader reliability history, meaning the implications for its long-term mechanical standing remain outside the scope of this specific data.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 198.4 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in |
| Overall height | 52.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.4 in |
| Curb weight | 3106 lb |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS… Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
EXCESSIVE ENLARGEMENT OF THE WHEEL CYLINDER PILOT HOLE IN THE REAR BRAKE BACKING PLATE COULD ALLOW THE WHEEL CYLINDER TO ROTATE AND CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID LEADS TO LOSS… Remedy: ADD A PART TO PREVENT WHEEL CYLINDER FROM ROTATING.
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.