1980 Pontiac Firebird Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1980 Pontiac Firebird has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

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

2Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Firebird?

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

1980 Pontiac Firebird recalls

Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm

Recall 80V108Aug 19, 198085,325 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 80V049Apr 28, 198016 vehicles affected

Most common 1980 Pontiac Firebird problems

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

Problem areaReports
Steering1
Suspension1

What owners report

2015-09-03, Steering
RECENTLY RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 80V108000, WHICH I ASSUME WAS ISSUED IN OCTOBER 1980, I WOULD JUST LIKE TO VERIFY THAT IF MY CAR WAS INCLUDED IN RECALL THAT IT WAS ADDRESSED, IT HAS APPROXIMATELY 38K ORIGINAL MILES, AND I DO NOT WISH TO HAVE A RECALL WHICH WENT UNFIXED. THANK YOU

1980 Pontiac Firebird questions

Does the 1980 Pontiac Firebird have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1980 Pontiac Firebird: Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1980 Pontiac Firebird?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1), Suspension (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1980 Pontiac Firebird 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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