1989 Buick Skylark
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1989
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1989: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 3 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 38 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 48 |
| 1994 | 69 |
| 1995 | 86 |
| 1996 | 85 |
| 1997 | 79 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 2000 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
5 of 4 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and gasoline.
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Head gasket replaced 2 times.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-25
Service brakes
3 of 4 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
2 of 4 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 4 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel rail and hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.
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While vehicle was parked and after starting it, vehicle exploded and burst into flames, resulting in a fire without any prior warning. Please provide further information.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-04-20
Fuel feed hose ruptured and leaked fuel in engine compartment, causing a fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-11
Electrical system
2 of 4 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing module and ignition.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1990-03-29Fuel system, gasoline90V042000 Front fuel feed hose assembly could crack or separate at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.
Remedy: Replace front fuel feed hose assembly.
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1992-11-03Fuel system, gasoline92V150000 Front fuel feed hose assembly could crack or separate at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.
Remedy: Replace front fuel feed hose assembly.
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2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 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…
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).
Buy-smart checklist
1989 Buick Skylark — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 90V042000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 92V150000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1989 Buick Skylark 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 Skylark?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 125% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1989 Buick Skylark have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.