Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1981 Grand Prix.
The 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix Electric is defined by its electric engine, establishing its powertrain configuration. While the model complaint history covers the years 1990 to 2008, noting a highest count of 859 complaints in 1997 and a lowest of 102 in 1996, this dataset does not encompass the earlier 1981 model year. Consequently, the vehicle sits outside the documented reliability history, meaning its specific track record remains unrepresented in the available complaint statistics.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 202 in |
| Overall width | 72 in |
| Overall height | 54.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in |
| Curb weight | 3384 lb |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE. Remedy: BOTH REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Showing 1 of 1 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83-T-29 | 1983-05-01 | Structure | UNKNOWN |
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NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.