1981 Dodge Aries Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 1981 Dodge Aries has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).

4Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Aries?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1981 Dodge Aries recalls

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Recall 89V052Mar 29, 1989500,000 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control

Recall 81V111Sep 22, 1981150,000 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Recall 81V093Aug 5, 1981110,000 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Fluid

Recall 81V021Feb 11, 198132 vehicles affected

Most common 1981 Dodge Aries problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension1
Structure1

What owners report

2000-08-22, Structure
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
2000-07-31, Suspension
RIGHT LOWER CROSS SUSPENSION IS CORRODED, TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY INSTALLED AN ATTACHMENT REINFORCEMENT BRACKET.*AK THE VEHICLE HAD SAFETY RECALL (89V-052) ON CORROSION OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION CROSS MEMBER DUE TO ROAD SALT USED FOR SNOW REMOVAL. BUT THE CUSTOMER SAYS CORROSION OCCURED DUE TO A/C WATER DISCHARGING ON TO REAR PIVOT MOUNTS. *YH

1981 Dodge Aries questions

Does the 1981 Dodge Aries have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1981 Dodge Aries: Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm; Vehicle Speed Control; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Fluid. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1981 Dodge Aries?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1), Structure (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1981 Dodge Aries 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.

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