1980 Chevrolet Caprice Recalls

What To Do If Your Caprice Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Chevrolet, so if you own a 1980 Caprice take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Chevrolet to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 1980 Caprice Recalls

• EQUIPMENT Recall for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 24 2007
  • NHTSA Reference #07E088000
  • Number Affected 121,680

  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.

  Fix: 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.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07E088000 »

• SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Recall for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 15 1980
  • NHTSA Reference #80V135000
  • Number Affected 24,719

  Summary: The involved vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the front brake pipe and the engine oil pan. This condition could cause the brake pipe to contact the left hand front edge of the oil pan, resulting in wear and, eventually, damage to the brake pipe. This could lead to a loss of brake fluid and subsequent loss of brakes.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: Dealer will replace the brake pipe, if necessary, free of charge.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #80V135000 »

• EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Recall for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 14 1980
  • NHTSA Reference #80V132000
  • Number Affected 85,158

  Summary: Vehicles may not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 110, "Tire Selection And Rims". the tire rim size was omitted on the existing label.

  Consequence: 

  Fix: The owner has the option of affixing the correct information label him/herself or having the dealer do it at no charge to owner.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #80V132000 »