Lada Samara Recalls

The LADA Samara has 8 recalls covering the 1987–1992 production run, with the most serious being a fuel system integrity issue on 1987 models where the rollover valve can fail to prevent fuel vapor escape if the vapor separator is damaged in a rollover, and the filler neck hose can fracture and allow fuel to leak.

The 1988 model year carries the most recalls. On the drivetrain side, the clutch cable can detach from the actuating fork, leaving the clutch engaged even when the pedal is pressed, which can cause the vehicle to move unexpectedly. Also on 1988 models, the handbrake lever requires more than 80 pounds of force to apply, making it difficult to hold the vehicle on a slope, and the glove box door can fly open in a collision and strike an occupant. Two separate bumper compliance issues affect 1988 vehicles as well: the headlight wipers can break the headlight lenses in a front-end impact, and the rear bumper fails to protect the taillight lenses from breakage in a rear impact. The seatbelt warning chime or light on 1988 models can also fail, removing the reminder when belts are left unbuckled.

The 1992 model year has a child seat tether anchorage issue where the mounting hole in the rear may not have been drilled through, making it impossible to attach a child seat tether strap. The lone 1989 recall involves a wide-open throttle switch that was not set correctly and can affect emissions output.