The 1984 Pontiac Firebird has 3 recalls, the most serious being a rear brake flex hose that can separate from its end fitting, causing brake fluid loss and a partial loss of braking ability.
The seatbelt buckle on certain vehicles presents a separate safety concern: the red push button inside the buckle assembly can fracture, preventing the belt from latching or releasing properly. A belt that won't latch leaves the occupant unrestrained in a sudden stop or collision, while one that won't release can trap them afterward. There is also an emissions recall involving the fuel evaporative system, where certain vehicles do not meet Canadian evaporative emissions standards, meaning fuel vapors may escape into the atmosphere rather than being captured and routed back into the engine.
At a glance
What can fail
The red push button on the seat belt buckle can crack, preventing the buckle from latching or releasing properly and making the seat belt unusable.
What the fix does
Technicians will inspect your seat belt buckles and replace any defective assemblies.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The vehicle's fuel system may not properly contain fuel vapors, failing to meet evaporative emissions standards.
What the fix does
No remedy is currently available. Contact the manufacturer for further information and updates.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear brake hoses were not ground down enough during manufacturing. Under pressure, the hoses could separate from their fittings, causing brake fluid loss and reduced braking power.
What the fix does
No remedy description available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
