1981 Chevrolet Malibu Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1981 Chevrolet Malibu recalls

Most common 1981 Chevrolet Malibu problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	1

What owners report

2002-01-09, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
MAJOR REAR BRAKE FAILURE DUE TO BACKING PLATE CORROSION. DUE TO AGE OF CAR REPAIRS WERE NOT COMPLETED AT A DEALERSHIP. I HAVE SINCE FOUND GM SERVICE CAMPAIGNS 5A09, 6A16A,6A16 THAT STATE THIS IS A COVERED REPAIR REGARDLESS OF VECHICLE AGE OR MILEAGE. I CONTACTED GM CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (CASE C06066881) AND THEY CLAIMED THAT NO CAMPAIGN EXISTS FOR THIS VECHICLE. I HAVE ACCESS TO GM SERVICE OPERATIONS CAMPAIGNS AND COPIES OF THE CAMPAIGNS. I FEEL I SHOULD BE COMPENSATED FOR THIS REPAIR SINCE IT WAS RATHER EXPENSIVE. I ALSO HAVE A RECEIPT FOR REPAIRS COMPLETED.

1999-07-12, Fuel System, Gasoline
FUEL TANK IS LOCATED NEAR THE REAR BUMPER. IF INVOLVED IN A CRASH, THE IMPACT COULD CAUSE FUEL TANK TO EXPLODE, AND CAUSE INJURIES. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

1995-12-26, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, APPLIED BRAKES, PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR; PUMPED PEDAL, PEDAL WOULD NOT COME UP; TURNED OFF IGNITION; COASTED TO A STOP. TT

1981 Chevrolet Malibu questions

Does the 1981 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1981 Chevrolet Malibu: Vehicle Speed Control:Cables; Suspension:Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1981 Chevrolet Malibu?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Fuel System, Gasoline (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1981 Chevrolet Malibu has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.