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1982 Pontiac Firebird 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 1982 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1982 Pontiac Firebird recalls, newest first

October 24, 2007NHTSA 07E088000121,680 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code A61451 through A72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing HP4 and HP8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
Consequence
This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 11, 1991NHTSA 91V055000179,036 vehicles potentially affected

Parking brake › Conventional

Summary
Parking brake adjuster fails to operate and do not work after brake pad wear.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 21, 1982NHTSA 82V089000172,863 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages". The non-compliance exists because the rear seat belt anchorages may pull through the underbody of the vehicle if enough force is applied.
Consequence
Consequence of defect: in the event of an accident, personal injury or death may result from a failure of belt to adequately restrain occupants.
Remedy
Upon inspection, dealer will install a rear seat belt anchorage reinforcement kit to ensure proper anchoring of seat belts without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 29, 1982NHTSA 82V07600024,455 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly

Summary
Fuel tank ventilator valve in the fuel system may produce a loud and persistent "whistle" during venting of the tank. If the fuel filler cap is removed while this condition exists and the tank is more than 3/4 full, gasoline may be forced out of the filler neck onto bystanders.
Consequence
Consequence of defect: fire and personal injury could result if introduced to an ignition source.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank ventilator and pressure control valves without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1982 Pontiac Firebird with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline2
  2. Engine and engine cooling › Engine1
  3. Power train › Automatic transmission1
  4. Seat belts › Front › Anchorage1

Other Pontiac Firebird years

Other 1982 Pontiac models

Questions

Does the 1982 Pontiac Firebird have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment, parking brake, seat belts, fuel system, gasoline. 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 1982 Pontiac Firebird recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Pontiac 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 1982 Pontiac Firebird?
3 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.