1980 Pontiac Lemans
Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1980
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1980: 0 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 18 |
Known problem areas
No complaint components on file for this model year.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1981-03-09Suspension81V025000 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.
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1981-03-13Visibility81V022000 The electro-clear rear window defoggers contain a defect which causes the glass to shatter without impact during or some time after use of the defogger. Vertical electrical strips may deteriorate…
Remedy: Vehicles will be inspected for presence of a particular weatherstrip. If present, a layer of a special conductive epoxy will be added to the vertical bar on the rear window glass. This epoxy is a…
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1984-12-28Power train84V149000 Rear axle assembly may have axles that were improperly manufactured. This condition may result in separation of the axle shaft and wheel assembly from the vehicle.
Remedy: The dealer will inspect the rear axle to determine whether it was manufactured at the buffalo plant. If so, they will make axle measurements and if necessary replace or modify affected axle…
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1985-11-27Engineering analysisClosed 1988-11-28 Brake backing plate
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2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 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.…
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.
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Date not on fileService brakes, hydraulic85V048000 Excessive enlargement of the wheel cylinder pilot hole in the rear brake backing plate could allow the wheel cylinder to rotate and cause loss of brake fluid.
Remedy: Add a part to prevent wheel cylinder from rotating.
Buy-smart checklist
1980 Pontiac Lemans — pre-purchase inspection
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 85V048000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 81V025000 · Suspension
- Recall 81V022000 · Visibility
- Recall 84V149000 · Power train
- Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 1980 Pontiac Lemans reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- How many recalls does the 1980 Pontiac Lemans have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.