MYRModel Year Report

1989 Chevrolet C Series(light)

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1989 Chevrolet C Series(light)
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:52:06.059Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet C Series(light) Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1981: 2 complaints 1981 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 12 complaints 1989: 7 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1992: 5 complaints 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 27 complaints 1995: 42 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1997
1989: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
19812
19842
19852
19861
19872
198812
19897
19905
19915
19925
199312
199427
199542
19963
19971

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

2 of 7 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing lower ball joint and control arm.

CRASH
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BALL JOINT SEPARATED, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT, ALSO PREMATURE WEAR OF TIRES (OTHER VEHICLE FROM 478116). *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19950223

POWER TRAIN

2 of 7 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing torque converter and gear position indication (prndl).

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 7 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and radiator assembly.

STRUCTURE

1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure.

STEERING

1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing idler and attachment.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Chevrolet C Series(light) — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Chevrolet C Series(light) 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 Chevrolet C Series(light)?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Chevrolet C Series(light) have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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