Pontiac Lemans 1981

Model Lemans made in 1981 by Pontiac got 1 investigation as well as 1 recall. The car had one investigation (service brakes, hydraulic). There was one recall concerning suspension .

Model 1981

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SUSPENSION - REAR
81V025000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1977 to 12/01/1980V (Vehicle)582116003/09/1981MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/25/198103/06/1981
Defect SummaryThe bolts that attach the lower rear control arm to the frame may fracture. the rear control arm supports and positions the rear axle. fracture of the bolts would allow the control arm to drop free.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryBoth rear control arm attachment bolts will be replaced without charge.
NotesSystem: suspension; rear control arm attaching bolts.vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.consequences of defect: if the fracture occurs when the vehicle is in motion,it could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
EA86006GENERAL MOTORS CORP.11/27/198511/28/1988BRAKE BACKING PLATE
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