12
recalls
The American Motors Gremlin has 12 recalls covering 849,271 vehicles as reported; model year 1975 is covered by the most (4).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
12
Most for 1975: 4
Units affected
849K
As reported
Overall stars
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Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
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Parts recalled
Recalls of the American Motors Gremlin by component
- Service brakes, hydraulic3 · 272K units
- Electrical system2 · 413K units
- Equipment1 · 909 units
- Exterior lighting1 · 3,664 units
- Latches/locks/linkages1 · 19K units
- Seats1 · 2,498 units
- Steering1 · 134K units
- Suspension1 · 918 units
American Motors Gremlin recalls
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Questions and answers
Is the 1978 American Motors Gremlin recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1978 American Motors Gremlin. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the American Motors Gremlin have?
12 recalls cover the American Motors Gremlin, for 849,271 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is service brakes, hydraulic (3 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.