1989 Chevrolet Corsica
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 46 |
| 1989 | 64 |
| 1990 | 55 |
| 1991 | 108 |
| 1992 | 125 |
| 1993 | 100 |
| 1994 | 123 |
| 1995 | 102 |
| 1996 | 110 |
| 1997 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
11% of complaints: seat belts — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY11% of complaints: seat belts — 7 distinct reports on file.
INJURY8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19951206
6% of complaints: seat belts — 4 distinct reports on file.
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SHOULDER BELT SEPARATED FROM THE LAP BELT WHERE A RIVET HAD BROKEN LOOSE. *NM
NHTSA ODI report, 20040317
6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
A FUEL TANK LEAK COULD OCCUR DUE TO SMALL CREASES ON THE TANK UNDERSIDE CRACKING DURING PRESSURE CYCLING WHICH OCCURS DURING NORMAL OPERATION.
Remedy: REPLACE FUEL TANK.
Campaign 88V189000 — check if this car was fixed
FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATES MAY NOT ENGAGE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES.
Remedy: REPLACE IMPROPERLY FUNCTIONING BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES.
Campaign 89V034000 — check if this car was fixed
THE FRONT SEAT FRAME ASSEMBLY MAY CONTAIN AN IMPROPER, MISSING AND/OR MISLOCATED WELD THAT COULD FRACTURE.
Remedy: REPLACE BOTH FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLIES.
Campaign 89V087000 — check if this car was fixed
THE STYLED STEEL WHEELS CAN HAVE CRACKS DEVELOPING AT THE OUTER EDGES OF THE WHEEL WHERE THE SPOKES MEET THE RIM. THE CRACKS PROPAGATE FROM EACH SIDE OF A SPOKE TOWARD EACH OTHER, AND EVENTUALLY MEET.
Remedy: REPLACE THE INVOLVED WHEEL ASSEMBLIES.
Campaign 91V213000 — check if this car was fixed
THE FRONT SHOULDER BELT RETRACTORS MAY HAVE REDUCED SENSITIVITY OF THE LOCK-UP FEATURE AND WOULD NOT FUNCTION IN A SUDDEN DECELERATION OR CRASH.
Campaign 91V206000 — check if this car was fixed
HINGE PIN FAILURE
STICKING THROTTLE
PARK BRAKE HANDLE FAILURE
SEAT BREAKS FROM TRACK
STICKING THROTTLE
FR.SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILS
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 Chevrolet Corsica — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 88V189000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 89V034000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 89V087000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V213000 (wheels) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V206000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1989 Chevrolet Corsica reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Chevrolet Corsica?
The most-reported component is seat belts:front:buckle assembly, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Chevrolet Corsica have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.