Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1981 Spirit.
The 1981 American Motors Spirit overview provides the basic identification of the vehicle, but the JSON supplied does not include details such as body style, platform, engine specifications, standout figures, or reliability history for this model year. Without those specifics, any description of the Spirit's construction, powertrain, notable specifications, or its place in the model's reliability timeline would rely on information not present in the provided data. Consequently, this reference can only note the model year and name as given.
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
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THE CRUISE COMMAND ACTUATION CHAIN MAY CATCH ON THE THROTTLE LINKAGE, CAUSING THE THROTTLE TO REMAIN IN A PARTIALLY OPEN POSITION. Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE CRUISE COMMAND ACTUATION CHAIN ASSEMBLY, AND A SHIELD WILL BE MOUNTED ON THE THROTTLE LINKAGE AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.