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.
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The list
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: wiring (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Jun 1, 1981 Jun 1, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJun 1, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats (Superior) Recalled by NHTSA on May 28, 1981 May 28, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 28, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: headlights (Transportation) Recalled by NHTSA on May 26, 1981 May 26, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 26, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body: door: hinge and attachments (Shasta) Recalled by NHTSA on May 22, 1981 May 22, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 22, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft (Nissan) Recalled by NHTSA on May 22, 1981 May 22, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 22, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on May 21, 1981 May 21, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 21, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices: exterior (Malaguti) Recalled by NHTSA on May 19, 1981 May 19, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 19, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: retractor (Chevrolet and Pontiac) Recalled by NHTSA on May 19, 1981 May 19, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 19, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap (Volkswagen and Isuzu) Recalled by NHTSA on May 15, 1981 May 15, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 15, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch (Superior) Recalled by NHTSA on May 14, 1981 May 14, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 14, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle (Tiffin) Recalled by NHTSA on May 6, 1981 May 6, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 6, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: carburetor system (Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth) Recalled by NHTSA on May 5, 1981 May 5, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMay 5, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: headlights (Peterbilt) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 20, 1981 Apr 20, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 20, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: windshield (Peterbilt) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 20, 1981 Apr 20, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 20, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body: door (National Custom) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 17, 1981 Apr 17, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 17, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Trailer hitches (Fleetwood) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 13, 1981 Apr 13, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 13, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages (Grumman) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 10, 1981 Apr 10, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 10, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, air (FWD and Seagrave) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 7, 1981 Apr 7, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 7, 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 Apr 7, 1981 Apr 7, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 7, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap (Renault) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 7, 1981 Apr 7, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 7, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank: selector devices (Thomas) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 7, 1981 Apr 7, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 7, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Ford and Mercury) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 6, 1981 Apr 6, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 6, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Power train: manual transmission: shift pattern indicator (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 1, 1981 Apr 1, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 1, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle (Thomas) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 1, 1981 Apr 1, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 1, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection (Autocar) Recalled by NHTSA on Apr 1, 1981 Apr 1, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedApr 1, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: front: shock absorber (Porsche) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 25, 1981 Mar 25, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 25, 1981The hazardElectric shockAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly (International Harvester) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 25, 1981 Mar 25, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 25, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables (Chevrolet, Pontiac and BUICK and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 24, 1981 Mar 24, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 24, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: frame and members (Audi) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 24, 1981 Mar 24, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 24, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: hubcap/cover (GMC, Buick and OLDSMOBILE and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 23, 1981 Mar 23, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 23, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Buick) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 23, 1981 Mar 23, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 23, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Wheels: rim (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 20, 1981 Mar 20, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 20, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seats (Skyline) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 19, 1981 Mar 19, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 19, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch (Mack) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 18, 1981 Mar 18, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 18, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly (Skyline) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 18, 1981 Mar 18, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 18, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Seat belts: front: warning light/devices (Toyota) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 16, 1981 Mar 16, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 16, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Latches/locks/linkages (Volvo) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 11, 1981 Mar 11, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 11, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Subaru) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 5, 1981 Mar 5, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 5, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Vehicle speed control (Itasca and Winnebago) Recalled by NHTSA on Mar 3, 1981 Mar 3, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedMar 3, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 26, 1981 Feb 26, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 26, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices: exterior (Iveco) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 26, 1981 Feb 26, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 26, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Suspension: rear (Chevrolet, Buick and GMC and 2 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 25, 1981 Feb 25, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 25, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting (Ford) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 13, 1981 Feb 13, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 13, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid (Dodge and Plymouth) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 11, 1981 Feb 11, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 11, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Visibility: glass, side/rear (Buick, Pontiac and CHEVROLET and 1 more) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 11, 1981 Feb 11, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 11, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Steering: linkages (Freightliner) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 10, 1981 Feb 10, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 10, 1981The hazardCrash riskAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure: body (Gillig) Recalled by NHTSA on Feb 5, 1981 Feb 5, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedFeb 5, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone in this recall
- Recall, before model year 2015 Structure (Flxible) Recalled by NHTSA on Jan 30, 1981 Jan 30, 1981received by NHTSA ReceivedJan 30, 1981The hazardAnother hazard: see the recordAdviceNone 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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