Vehicles before 2015, 1981
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157 recalls naming only model years before 2015 that NHTSA received in 1981, newest first; 16,483 in all since 1966.
Model years before 2015 have no pages of their own here: each recall names the ones it covers, and search finds them by make, model and year. Your VIN, at NHTSA, says which recalls are open on a vehicle. Copied Nov 5, 2026.
157of 157 recalls of vehicles before model year 2015shown with your filters
The list
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Oct 1, 1981 Oct 1, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedOct 1, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body (Volkswagen) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 24, 1981 Sep 24, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 24, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection (Crane Carrier) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 23, 1981 Sep 23, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 23, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring: front underhood (American Motors) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 22, 1981 Sep 22, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 22, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 22, 1981 Sep 22, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 22, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 16, 1981 Sep 16, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 16, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: headlights: high/low beam dimmer switch (Lincoln) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 15, 1981 Sep 15, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 15, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly (Coleman) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 15, 1981 Sep 15, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 15, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (Volkswagen) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 9, 1981 Sep 9, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 9, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (GMC and Chevrolet) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 9, 1981 Sep 9, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 9, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 9, 1981 Sep 9, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 9, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly (Isuzu and Volkswagen) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 9, 1981 Sep 9, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 9, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats: front assembly: recliner (Mercury and Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 8, 1981 Sep 8, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 8, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Sep 1, 1981 Sep 1, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedSep 1, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Renault) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 28, 1981 Aug 28, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 28, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Trailer hitches (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 25, 1981 Aug 25, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 25, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Kenworth) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 14, 1981 Aug 14, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 14, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: tank assembly (Apollo) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 12, 1981 Aug 12, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 12, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 12, 1981 Aug 12, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 12, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: differential proportional valve (Chevrolet, Pontiac and OLDSMOBILE and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 10, 1981 Aug 10, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 10, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: springs (Western) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 6, 1981 Aug 6, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 6, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch (Plymouth and Dodge) Recalled by NHTSA on Aug 5, 1981 Aug 5, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedAug 5, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap (Mercury and Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 22, 1981 Jul 22, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 22, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure (Fiat) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 20, 1981 Jul 20, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 20, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 17, 1981 Jul 17, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 17, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: driveline (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 14, 1981 Jul 14, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 14, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 8, 1981 Jul 8, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 8, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 8, 1981 Jul 8, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 8, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Engine and engine cooling: engine (Western) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 8, 1981 Jul 8, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 8, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air: controls: hand control/valve (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 8, 1981 Jul 8, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 8, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch (Winnebago) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 7, 1981 Jul 7, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 7, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 7, 1981 Jul 7, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 7, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum (Mercury and Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 7, 1981 Jul 7, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 7, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (American Motors) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 6, 1981 Jul 6, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 6, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: multi piece (Dorsey) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 1, 1981 Jul 1, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 1, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Sportscoach and Cross Country) Recalled by NHTSA on Jul 1, 1981 Jul 1, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJul 1, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Coachmen) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 26, 1981 Jun 26, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 26, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: other: labels (National) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 25, 1981 Jun 25, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 25, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Equipment: mechanical: slide-in camper (Country Homes and Volkswagen) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 23, 1981 Jun 23, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 23, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: retractor (Cadillac) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 18, 1981 Jun 18, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 18, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: control arm: upper arm (Cadillac, Oldsmobile and Buick) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 16, 1981 Jun 16, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 16, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection (Volvo) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 16, 1981 Jun 16, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 16, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 15, 1981 Jun 15, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 15, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: anchorage (Western) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 10, 1981 Jun 10, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 10, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: anchorage (Van CON) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 8, 1981 Jun 8, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 8, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: differential proportional valve (Zimmer) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 3, 1981 Jun 3, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 3, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (Oshkosh) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 2, 1981 Jun 2, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 2, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: arm: idler and attachment (White Truck) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 1, 1981 Jun 1, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 1, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
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NHTSA, Recalls flat file and Recalls flat file before 2010. Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.
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