- The problem
- Widespread lack of understanding about the operation of webbing sensitive and dual sensitive seat belts has lead to non-use of belts by a number of owners. Some belts retractors may jam, bind or lock. This may discourage the use of the safety belts. Consequence of defect: non-use of seat belts subjects occupants to risk of injury in event of an accident or sudden braking.
- The fix
- Instructins on proper belt usage and simple checks will be sent to owners and will replace any malfunctioning retractor.
Vehicle safety record
1980 MG MGB Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1980 MG MGB with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 1985 for the front. For comparison, the 1979 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical MGB year, for its age
#16 most complained-about 1980 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1980 MG MGB problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1980 MG MGB recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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1 complaints about the 1980 MG MGB
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
SEAT BELT RETRACTOR RECALLED.
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All MGB yearsQuestions about the 1980 MG MGB
Does the 1980 MG MGB have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1980 MG MGB: front (May 1985). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1980 MG MGB?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 1980 MG MGB had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 11, 1998 and the latest on March 11, 1998. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1980 MG MGB a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 45 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical MG MGB year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which MG MGB years have the most complaints?
1978 (2), 1979 (2), 1980 (1). See every MG MGB year compared.
What should I do if my 1980 MG MGB has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data