1985 Pontiac Firebird Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1985 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Firebird 1982–1986, Chevrolet Camaro 1982–1986, Pontiac Fiero 1984–1986

  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.

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• 90V105000May 14, 19901,500,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
  Covers: Pontiac Firebird 1984–1990, Chevrolet Camaro 1984–1990

  Reported issue: Plastic components of seat belt buckle assemblies do not contain an ultra violet stabilizer, and exposure to direct sunlight and elevated interior temperatures could weaken the plastic components.

  Possible consequence: This could result in breakage of plastic components whichcould prevent buckle from latching and protecting occupant in a sudden stop oraccident.

  Remedy: Replace or repair seat belt buckle.

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• 85V169000Dec 20, 1985738,485 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front › Webbing
  Covers: Pontiac Firebird 1983–1985, Chevrolet Camaro 1983–1985

  Reported issue: Dislocation of a spring cover will not allow the shoulder belt to retract after being extended. Consequence of defect: although inertial feature that locks the lap belt and shoulder belt in the event of an accident are not affected, if slack is more than recommended in owners manual, injuries to upper body and head would be increased in an accident.

  Remedy: Install retaining springs on spring cover of front shoulder belt retractor and, when required, retractors will be replaced.

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• 85V018000Feb 15, 19852,687 vehicles potentially affected
  Wheels › Hub
  Covers: Pontiac Firebird 1984–1985

  Reported issue: The hub area of the wheels may not be structurally sound and thus subject to fracture. Consequence of defect: the wheels could separate from the car causing a loss of control. This could result in an accident without prior warning.

  Remedy: Install new front and rear tire/wheel assemblies.

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