1981 GMC C Series(Light) Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 1981 GMC C Series(Light) has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (1 report).

0Recalls
1Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your C Series(Light)?

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

1981 GMC C Series(Light) recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1981 GMC C Series(Light).

Most common 1981 GMC C Series(Light) problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline1

What owners report

1996-07-22, Fuel System, Gasoline
DESIGN OF VEHICLE WITH GAS TANK OUTSIDE OF THE FRAME RAILS CAUSED GAS TANK TO EXPLODE IN ACCIDENT, KILLING DRIVER. *DH

1981 GMC C Series(Light) questions

Does the 1981 GMC C Series(Light) have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1981 GMC C Series(Light) at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1981 GMC C Series(Light)?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1981 GMC C Series(Light) 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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