MYRModel Year Report

1989 Chevrolet G Series

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1989 Chevrolet G Series
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:15:17.231Z

Only 3 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 3 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, Chevrolet G Series Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 3 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 3 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 16 complaints 1994: 12 complaints 1995: 13 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 6 complaints 1998: 4 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 3 complaints 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 0 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007
1989: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19841
19875
19880
19893
19902
19913
19926
199316
199412
199513
19966
19976
19984
19992
20003
20010
20020
20030
20050
20060
20070

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure.

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CHASSIS SEVERELY DETERIORATED BY RUST. *SD

NHTSA ODI report, 19960425

SEAT BELTS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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THE DRIVERS SIDE SHOULDER BELT BUCKLE WILL NOT GO INTO THE FEMALE PART OF THE SEATBELT BECAUSE THE PLASTIC PART IN THE FEMALE BROKE OFF. PLEASE EXPLAIN. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950621

POWER TRAIN

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

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GRINDING NOISE IN REAR AXLE WHILE DRIVING, DUE TO WORN OUT DIFFERENTIAL. *DSH

NHTSA ODI report, 19960222

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19890621 — PE (closed 19891016)

LOWER BALL JOINT FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Chevrolet G Series — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Chevrolet G Series 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 G Series?

The most-reported component is structure:frame and members, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Chevrolet G Series have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.