Chrysler Cordoba recalls and complaints by year
13 recall campaigns and 3 complaints in official NHTSA data for the Chrysler Cordoba (1975–1982). The most commonly reported problem areas are Structure, Visibility, Engine and engine cooling.
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At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Chrysler Cordoba, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1975–1982 with 13 recall campaigns and 3 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1980 (3), 1981 (2), and 1977 (2).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1976 (2) and 1982 (1).
- Top recall themes: Other, Fuel and emissions, and Brakes.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Structure, Visibility, Engine and engine cooling.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Other
3 campaigns · Years: 1975, 1980–1982These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
Fuel and emissions
2 campaigns · Years: 1975–1977, 1981These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
Brakes
1 campaign · Years: 1976These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
- 76V125000 · Service brakes, hydraulic: Vacuum
Seats and restraints
1 campaign · Years: 1977These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
- 77V059000 · Seats: Recliner
Steering and suspension
1 campaign · Years: 1978These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.
- 77V211000 · Steering: Steering wheel/handle bar
Structure
1 campaign · Years: 1980These campaigns relate to structural components such as frame/body parts that can affect crash protection or integrity.
- 79V232000 · Structure
Visibility and lighting
1 campaign · Years: 1980These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
- 80V051000 · Exterior lighting
Common Problems in NHTSA Data
Across all model years, the most commonly reported problem areas for the Chrysler Cordoba in NHTSA complaint data are Structure, Visibility, Engine and engine cooling.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 1 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling. |
| 1981 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1980 | 3 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1978 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1977 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1976 | 2 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Structure, Visibility. |
| 1975 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Vehicle speed control , Fuel system and Structure
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