1983 Ford Fairmont Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1983 Ford Fairmont has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (5 reports).

2Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Fairmont?

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

1983 Ford Fairmont recalls

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift

Recall 83V017Feb 24, 198336,000 vehicles affected

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Recall 82V100Oct 13, 19822,089 vehicles affected

Most common 1983 Ford Fairmont problems

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

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling5
Electrical System1

What owners report

1999-04-14, Engine And Engine Cooling
VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY.
1998-04-17, Engine And Engine Cooling
VEHICLE STALL WHEN CROSSING A INTERSECTION AFTER A STOP.
1998-04-07, Engine And Engine Cooling
MODULATOR VALVE FAILED, CAUSING GEAR SHIFT TO STICK.

1983 Ford Fairmont questions

Does the 1983 Ford Fairmont have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1983 Ford Fairmont: Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift; Power Train:Automatic Transmission. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1983 Ford Fairmont?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (5), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1983 Ford Fairmont 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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