5
recalls
The American Motors Pacer has 5 recalls covering 455,845 vehicles as reported; model year 1975 is covered by the most (3).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
5
Most for 1975: 3
Units affected
456K
As reported
Overall stars
-
Not rated
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 Pacer by component
- Electrical system1 · 411K units
- Equipment1 · 909 units
- Fuel system, gasoline1 · 14K units
- Seats1 · 20K units
- Suspension1 · 9,650 units
American Motors Pacer recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 30, 1979 | American Motors Pacer (1978): SuspensionNo. 79V131000 | Other or not stated | 9,650 |
| Mar 9, 1978 | American Motors Gremlin, Hornet, Matador, Pacer (1974-1976): Electrical systemNo. 78V048000 | Fire | 411,333 |
| Jun 1, 1976 | American Motors Pacer (1976): SeatsNo. 76V079000 | Other or not stated | 20,277 |
| May 28, 1975 | American Motors Gremlin, Hornet, Pacer (1975): EquipmentNo. 75V104000 | Other or not stated | 909 |
| Mar 18, 1975 | American Motors Pacer (1975): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 75V045000 | Other or not stated | 13,676 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1978 American Motors Pacer recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1978 American Motors Pacer. 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 Pacer have?
5 recalls cover the American Motors Pacer, for 455,845 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is electrical system (1 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.