NHTSA Recall 81V025000: Suspension: rear
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,821,160 vehicles. It affects 9 models including the Buick Century.
| NHTSA campaign | 81V025000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR |
| Report received | February 25, 1981 |
| Owner notification | March 9, 1981 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Both rear control arm attachment bolts will be replaced without charge.
Notes
System: 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 81V025000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buick Century | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 |
| Buick Regal | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 |
| Chevrolet El Camino | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 |
| GMC Caballero | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 |
| Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 |
| Pontiac Grand Prix | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 |
| Pontiac Lemans | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.