Recall campaign83V042000
Recall 83V042000: 1983 Pontiac 2000 and 1 other model
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper arm
- Report received
- Apr 19, 1983
- Manufacturer
- General motors corp.
- Potentially affected
- 312vehicles
- Model years
- 1983
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
The left front suspension control arm which supports the front wheel, brake and steering assembly, may come loose at its mounting bracket. This is due to possible inadequate welding of the bracket.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect the vehicle and, if necessary, replace the left front suspension support assembly at no cost.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier3 complaints
- 1983 Pontiac 20000 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.