1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (2 reports).

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

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

1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass recalls

Wheels:Hubcap/Cover

Recall 81V036Mar 23, 19816,690 vehicles affected

Suspension:Rear

Recall 81V025Feb 25, 19815,821,160 vehicles affected

Most common 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass problems

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

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Visibility2
Structure2
Engine And Engine Cooling2

What owners report

2004-01-13, Engine And Engine Cooling
CONSUMER WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE ARE PLACES OR A PROGRAM FOR LOW INCOME CITIZENS TO REPAIR VEHICLE. *LA CONSUMER NEEDS MAJOR ENGINE WORK DONE ON HER VEHICLE. *PH
1996-06-01, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE FIRE. (OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT) *DSH
1996-02-29, Fuel System, Gasoline
CARBURETOR FLOAT STUCK, CAUSING OVERFLOW OF GASOLINE INTO ENGINE. *SD

1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass questions

Does the 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass: Wheels:Hubcap/Cover; Suspension:Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (2), Visibility (2), Structure (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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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