MYRModel Year Report

1989 Dodge VAN

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1989 Dodge VAN
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:50:43.843Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
1

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1989

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1989: 1 complaint 1989 1 1990: 0 complaints 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1993: 4 complaints 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1996: 18 complaints 1996 1997: 24 complaints 1998: 24 complaints 1998 1999: 17 complaints 2000: 19 complaints 2000 2001: 15 complaints 2002: 18 complaints 2002
1989: 1 complaint 1989 1 1990: 0 complaints 1990 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 18 complaints 1996 1997: 24 complaints 1997 1998: 24 complaints 1998 1999: 17 complaints 1999 2000: 19 complaints 2000 2001: 15 complaints 2001 2002: 18 complaints 2002
1989: 1 complaint 1989 1 1990: 0 complaints 1990 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 18 complaints 1996 1997: 24 complaints 1997 1998: 24 complaints 1998 1999: 17 complaints 1999 2000: 19 complaints 2000 2001: 15 complaints 2001 2002: 18 complaints 2002

1989: 1 complaint

View as data table
YearComplaints
19891
19900
19915
19934
19949
199510
199618
199724
199824
199917
200019
200115
200218

Known problem areas

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 1 total report mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing linkages.

Show complaint excerpts

Air conditioner failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-10-09

Also filed under Steering and equipment

Steering

1 of 1 total report mentions: steering, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system.

Power train

1 of 1 total report mentions: power train, most commonly citing gear position indication (prndl).

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 1 total report mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system.

Equipment

1 of 1 total report mentions: equipment, most commonly citing air conditioner.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1992-06-04Seat belts91V164000 Seat belt anchorage bar for rear sofa failed to sustain loads required by FMVSS 210.

    Remedy: Replace noncomplying sofa bar with bar that meets requirements.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1989 Dodge VAN — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 91V164000 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Dodge VAN 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 VAN?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Dodge VAN 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.