Safety Recall NHTSA · 81V013000 Reported January 30, 1981

Structure:frame:members and body:other parts

Q: What is recall 81V013000?

NHTSA recall 81V013000 was issued by Grumman Flxible Corp. on January 30, 1981. It addresses: Structure:frame:members and body:other parts. The recall affects approximately 2,628 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Grumman Flxible Corp. · N/A · 2,628 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

81V013000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Grumman Flxible Corp.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

2,628

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

January 30, 1981

Defect Summary

Cracks may develop in the trunnion to which the apex of the "a-frame" is attached. These cracks may progress to the point that the trunnion could fail and the a-frame could separate from it. If this occurs, the a-frame could come into contact with the conduit carrying air, as well as the electrical and fuel lines.

Corrective Action

Trunnion will be inspected for cracks and, if possible, cracks will be repaired as an interim measure. All trunnions will be reinforced by grumman; any deformed trunnions will be replaced with a reinforced part. Repairs will be performed at no charge.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Grumman Flxible Corp. dealer and reference recall ID 81V013000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 81V013000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 81V013000?

NHTSA recall 81V013000 was issued by Grumman Flxible Corp. on January 30, 1981. It addresses: Structure:frame:members and body:other parts. The recall affects approximately 2,628 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Grumman Flxible Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 81V013000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.