- The problem
- Rear brake hoses may have been manufactured incorrectly when the metal end fittings were installed. Some rear brake hoses may separate from the metal end fittings when subjected to the pulling force specified by federal motor vehicle safety standard 106, "brake hoses".
- The fix
- The dealer will inspect and replace, if necessary, the rear brake hoses at no charge to owners.
Vehicle safety record
1982 Pontiac Phoenix Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1982 Pontiac Phoenix have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in January 1983 for the hoses, lines / piping, and fittings.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Phoenix year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1982 Pontiac Phoenix recalls 3
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
- The problem
- Under certaain conditions, the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and fuel tank filler vent pipe could fracture. The fracture of these clamps could cause fuel leakage at any of the four pipe to hose connections. Leakage can occur during refueling, or while driving, if the fuel tank is above 3/4 full.
- The fix
- Dealer will inspect and replace the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and vent pipe at no cost to owner.
- The problem
- The clutch cable may rub against the master cylinder brake pipe when the clutch pedal is operated. Continued operation of the vehicle may result in wear through of the insulation on the clutch cable. The resulting metal on metal contact could lead to failure of the brake pipe, loss of brake fluid, and partial loss of brake action.
- The fix
- Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, correct system by providing a minimum 1/2 inch clearance between clutch cable and brake pipe to avoid metal on metal contact.
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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Pontiac Phoenix: every year compared
All Phoenix years1982 Pontiac Phoenix vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 Pontiac Phoenix | 0 | 3 | C | |
| 1982 Pontiac Firebird | 3 | 4 | B | Compare |
| 1982 Pontiac Trans AM | 2 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1982 Pontiac Bonneville | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1982 Pontiac Phoenix
Does the 1982 Pontiac Phoenix have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1982 Pontiac Phoenix: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (January 1983); filler pipe and cap (March 1982); pedal / hand lever(motorcycle) (March 1982). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1982 Pontiac Phoenix had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1982 Pontiac Phoenix a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 43 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Pontiac Phoenix 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.
What should I do if my 1982 Pontiac Phoenix 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