Does the 1981 American Motors Eagle have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, other, vehicle speed control, power train, seat belts. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1981 American Motors Eagle recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a American Motors dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1981 American Motors Eagle?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1981 American Motors Eagle recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1981 American Motors Eagle. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your American Motors been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A American Motors dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1981 American Motors Eagle recalls, newest first

April 30, 2009NHTSA 09E0210002,790 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, other › Delivery › Fuel pump

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: Federal-mogul corporation is recalling 2,790 mechanical fuel pumps, p/no. M6737 sold under carter and napa brands and p/no. 2M6737 sold under accu-flow and tru-flow brands shipped between August 2008 and March 2009 for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm rod in certain production runs may have been improperly manufactured. Improperly manufactured pump diaphragm rods may cause the pump to produce excess pressure.
Consequence: Excess fuel pump pressure could cause a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the fuel pump free of charge. The safety recall began on may 12, 2009. Owners may contact federal-mogul at 1-877-489-6659.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 6, 1981NHTSA 81V08100011,162 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control

Summary: The cruise command actuation chain may catch on the throttle linkage, causing the throttle to remain in a partially open position.
Remedy: Dealer will replace the cruise command actuation chain assembly, and a shield will be mounted on the throttle linkage at no charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 9, 1981NHTSA 81V007000505 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Axle hubs

Summary: The front axle hub spacer may have been omitted from the front hub and bearing carrier assemblies. This condition could allow excessive front wheel bearing movement resulting in wheel bearing damage.
Remedy: Dealer will replace front spacer and wheel bearing at no charge to owners.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 4, 1981NHTSA 81V016000742 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts

Summary: The left or right front safety belt assembly may have been installed on the incorrect side of the vehicle. The shoulder belt locking mechanism may not function under rapid deceleration. Under hard braking applications or in a collision, the shoulder portion of the seat belt system may fail to properly restrain the passenger. There is increased risk of injury to passengers who may contact other objects under these circumstances.
Remedy: Seat belts will be inspected for proper installation and, if necessary, seat belts will be either replaced or relocated in correct position. Work will be completed without charge to owners.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1981 American Motors Eagle were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1981 American Motors Eagle have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, other, vehicle speed control, power train, seat belts. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1981 American Motors Eagle recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a American Motors dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1981 American Motors Eagle?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.