MYRModel Year Report

1989 Chevrolet Celebrity

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1989 Chevrolet Celebrity
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:19.905Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
42
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1989

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

29% of complaints

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 15 complaints 1986: 37 complaints 1986 1987: 46 complaints 1988: 39 complaints 1989: 42 complaints 1989 42 1990: 7 complaints 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 1 complaint 1992
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 15 complaints 1985 1986: 37 complaints 1986 1987: 46 complaints 1987 1988: 39 complaints 1988 1989: 42 complaints 1989 42 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 15 complaints 1985 1986: 37 complaints 1986 1987: 46 complaints 1987 1988: 39 complaints 1988 1989: 42 complaints 1989 42 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992

1989: 42 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19821
19832
19848
198515
198637
198746
198839
198942
19907
19911
19921

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

29% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Engine and engine cooling

14% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE
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Intermittent stalling when exiting freeways after traveling at 50/60 MPH, causing loss of power steering/brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-11-16

Electrical system

14% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing module and wiring.

FIRE
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Electrical system problem. Please describe. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-01-22

Seat belts

12% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.

CRASHINJURY
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Consumer was in accident and driver and passenger side seat belt came out of the buckle. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-27

Structure

12% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing frame and members and roof and pillars.

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The roof rack had separated with two bikes attached to it while in motion, and had flown off of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-31

Also filed under Visibility

Welds holding the unibody frame together broke, causing frame to separatre, also allowing right front suspension to flex.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-11-16

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1989-04-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-07-05 Brake lamp switch
  2. I
    1994-06-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-12-30 Sub-frame absorber failure
  3. R
    1995-10-19Seat belts95V173000 These vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. This does not comply with FMVSS no.210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. Additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1989 Chevrolet Celebrity — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V173000 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Chevrolet Celebrity 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 Celebrity?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Chevrolet Celebrity have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.