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1981 Buick Century recalls

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

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

For the 1981 Buick Century. 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.

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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.

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

1981 Buick Century recalls, newest first

March 23, 1981NHTSA 81V0360006,690 vehicles potentially affected

Wheels › Hubcap/cover

Summary
"tx" heavy duty wheels may have been manufactured with laminated steel. The wheel disc may fracture and the wheel and tire could partially or completely separate from the vehicle.
Remedy
The defective wheels will be replaced without charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 25, 1981NHTSA 81V0250005,821,160 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Rear

Summary
The bolts that attach the lower rear control arm to the frame may fracture. The rear control arm supports and positions the rear axle. Fracture of the bolts would allow the control arm to drop free.
Remedy
Both rear control arm attachment bolts will be replaced without charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 13, 1981NHTSA 81V00900017 vehicles potentially affected

Wheels

Summary
The steel used in some compact spare wheels is too thin. While in service the wheel may fracture, resulting in a partial or complete separation of the wheel and tire from the vehicle.
Remedy
Spare wheels will be replaced without charge to owners within 60 days of recall notification.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1981 Buick Century with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Wheel cylinders1
  2. Service brakes1

Other Buick Century years

Other 1981 Buick models

Questions

Does the 1981 Buick Century have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: wheels, suspension. 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 Buick Century recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Buick 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 Buick Century?
1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.