MYRModel Year Report

1989 Dodge Lancer

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1989 Dodge Lancer
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:14:28.684Z

Only 2 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 2 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, Dodge Lancer Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1985: 1 complaints 1985 1986: 14 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1995: 1 complaints 1995 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaints 2002
1989: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19851
198614
19878
19880
19892
19951
20013
20021

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEATS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seats.

CRASH INJURY
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UPON IMPACT, DURING REAR END COLLISION AT APPROX. 25MPH, DRIVER'S SEAT BACK REST BROKE THEN COLLAPSED REARWARD. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960116

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

FIRE
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RETURN LINE TO GAS TANK LEAKED, CAUSING FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970325

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19900221 — engine and engine cooling

THE ENGINE VALVE COVER GASKET MAY DISLOCATE AND ALLOW AN ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE GASKET.

Remedy: REPLACE GASKET COVER WITH REVISED COVER, AND RTV SEALANT WILL BE APPLIED IN PLACE OF A GASKET.

Campaign 89V237000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20080522 — suspension

FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WIT

Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.

Campaign 08E033000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Dodge Lancer — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 89V237000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08E033000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Dodge Lancer 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 Dodge Lancer?

The most-reported component is seats:front assembly:recliner, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Dodge Lancer have?

2 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.