1980 Pontiac LEMANS Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your LEMANS Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Pontiac, so if you own a 1980 LEMANS take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Pontiac to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page

Recent 1980 LEMANS Recalls

• EQUIPMENT Recall for 1980 PONTIAC LEMANS

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 24 2007
  • NHTSA Reference #07E088000
  • Number Affected 121,680

  Summary: Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code A61451 through A72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing HP4 and HP8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

  Consequence: This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

  Fix: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07E088000 »

• SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS Recall for 1980 PONTIAC LEMANS

  • Recall Announced APRIL 29 1985
  • NHTSA Reference #85V048000
  • Number Affected 1,810,000

  Summary: Excessive enlargement of the wheel cylinder Pilot hole in the rear brake backing plate could allow the wheel cylinder to rotate and cause loss of brake fluid. Consequence of defect: A loss of brake fluid leads to loss of rear brake action, creating the potential for an accident. Front brakes would remain operational.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: Add a part to prevent wheel cylinder from rotating.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #85V048000 »

• POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT Recall for 1980 PONTIAC LEMANS

  • Recall Announced NOVEMBER 24 1984
  • NHTSA Reference #84V149000
  • Number Affected 3,100,000

  Summary: Rear axle assembly may have axles that were improperly manufactured. This condition may result in separation of the axle shaft and wheel assembly from the vehicle.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: The dealer will inspect the rear axle to determine whether it was manufactured at the buffalo plant. If so, they will make axle measurements and if necessary replace or modify affected axle components without charge.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #84V149000 »

• SUSPENSION:REAR Recall for 1980 PONTIAC LEMANS

  • Recall Announced FEBRUARY 25 1981
  • NHTSA Reference #81V025000
  • Number Affected 5,821,160

  Summary: The 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: 

  Fix: Both rear control arm attachment bolts will be replaced without charge.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #81V025000 »

• VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR Recall for 1980 PONTIAC LEMANS

  • Recall Announced FEBRUARY 11 1981
  • NHTSA Reference #81V022000
  • Number Affected 67,350

  Summary: The electro-clear rear window defoggers contain a defect which causes the glass to shatter without impact during or some time after use of the defogger. Vertical electrical strips may deteriorate and cause hot spots that can result in breakage of the rear glass.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: Vehicles will be inspected for presence of a particular weatherstrip. If present, a layer of a special conductive epoxy will be added to the vertical bar on the rear window glass. This epoxy is a new conductive material which will not react with the weatherstrip.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #81V022000 »