1980 GMC GMC
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1980 GMC GMC. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1980 GMC GMC. Newest first.
On some of the involved vehicles, the barrel area between the inner and outer bearings of the hubs could develop cracks. Eventually the hubs could fail.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
A new hub and drum assembly will be installed by dealer at no charge to owner.
During testing of the fire apparatus, extreme heat generated from the right side engine exhaust manifold, resulted in damage to the brake hose at the frame fitting. This could cause a leak in the front axle hydraulic brake hose.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will install an exhaust heat shield at the right side frame to brake hose fitting and replace front brake hoses at no charge to owner.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
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- Tires · Unknown or other
Trailer came apart from the tractor. (New jersey state police report)
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel tank position
Fuel tank position
- Rear wheel lock-up
There is no summary currently available
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