MYRModel Year Report

1989 Buick Reatta

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1989 Buick Reatta
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:36:16.624Z

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Buick Reatta Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 10 complaints 1989 1990: 29 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1993: 1 complaints 1993
1989: 10 complaints
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YearComplaints
198810
198910
199029
19912
19931

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

8 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

VISIBILITY

1 of 10 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.

TIRES

1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.

CRASH INJURY
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GOODYEAR TIRE BLEW OUT, CAUSING ACCIDENT/INJURIES. *SD

NHTSA ODI report, 19960711

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 10 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing headlights.

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HEADLIGHTS DO NOT OPERATE; WHILE DRIVING, LIGHTS SUDDENLY WENT OUT; CAUSE UNKNOWN; REPAIR EFFORTS MADE BY DEALER; DROVE HOME WITH PARKING LIGHTS ONLY. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950428

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19890421 — service brakes, air

LEFT FRONT BRAKE PIPE MAY CONTACT THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BRACKET.

Remedy: REPLACE LEFT FRONT BRAKE PIPE ASSEMBLY.

Campaign 89V056000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19900924 — PE (closed 19901129)

FRONT BRAKE STEERING PULL

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Buick Reatta — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 89V056000 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Buick Reatta reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1989 Buick Reatta?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Buick Reatta have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.