1985 Pontiac Fiero Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1985 Pontiac Fiero. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 91V055000Apr 11, 1991179,036 vehicles potentially affected
  Parking brake › Conventional
  Covers: Pontiac Fiero 1984–1986, Chevrolet Camaro 1982–1986, Pontiac Firebird 1982–1986

  Reported issue: Parking brake adjuster fails to operate and do not work after brake pad wear.

  Possible consequence: Parking brakes will not completely hold a parked vehiclewhen parked on a slope, causing unintended vehicle rollaway which could resultin a vehicle accident.

  Remedy: Replace nonfunctioning parking brake adjusters.

  Full campaign details →

• 90V104000Apr 23, 1990102,162 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
  Covers: Pontiac Fiero 1985–1988

  Reported issue: Pcv grommet oil leaks, transmission oil cooler leaks, piston connecting rod failures breaking through engine wall causing oil spillage, fuel rail leaks, coolant leaks, rocker cover oil leaks, and maintenance or service related factors, could cause engine compartment fires.

  Possible consequence: An engine compartment fire can spread to the passengercompartment and injure occupants.

  Remedy: Correct or install new components to prevent unreasonable fire risk.

  Full campaign details →

• 89V232000Dec 28, 1989244,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
  Covers: Pontiac Fiero 1984–1988

  Reported issue: Due to an interaction of the engine compartment environment and maintenance or service related factors, there is a risk of engine compartment fires.

  Possible consequence: An engine compartment fire can spread to the passengercompartment and injure occupants.

  Remedy: Correct or install new engine components to prevent unreasonable fire risk.

  Full campaign details →

NHTSA investigations

• EA89022Engine compartment firesClosed · Mar 31, 1989
• PE89023Engine compartment firesClosed · Dec 13, 1988
• DP88002Tie rod breakageClosed · Oct 7, 1987
• EA87008REAR BRAKESClosed · Dec 17, 1986

← All problems reported for the 1985 Pontiac Fiero