1989 Eagle Premier
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1988 | 54 |
| 1989 | 67 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 48 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
24% of complaints: visibility — 16 distinct reports on file.
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A FAULTY GASKET CAUSED COOLANT TO LEAK AND AS A RESULT THE COOLANT COULD BE SMELLED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE HEATER IS TURNED ON THERE IS A LOUD NOISE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE BLOWER MOTOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030123
7% of complaints: visibility — 5 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.
INJURY6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TRANSMISSION LOCKED UP, CAUSING VEHICLE TO COME TO AN ABRUPT HALT, RESULTING IN INJURIES. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950209
SAFETY TIMELINE
ROUTING OF THE FRONT BRAKE HOSE MAY CAUSE EXCESSIVE HOSE FLEXING RESULTING IN PREMATURE FATIGUE CRACKING OF THE OUTER HOSE COVER.
Remedy: REPLACE FRONT BRAKE HOSES WITH HOSES REDESIGNED TO PROVIDE A MODIFIED ROUTING CONFIGURATION.
Campaign 90V205000 — check if this car was fixed
REAR BRAKE TUBE ROUTING IS CONTACTED BY FUEL TANK HEAT SHIELD WHEN SUSPENSION IS IN FULL JOUNCE POSITION. THIS DAMAGES THE BRAKE FLUID TUBE, CAUSING A LEAK.
Remedy: MODIFY HEAT SHIELD TO ELIMINATE POTENTIAL FOR SHIELD CONTACTING BRAKE TUBE.
Campaign 91V027000 — check if this car was fixed
AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
THE END CAP CONNECTING THE HEAT EXCHANGER'S CORE TO THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM COULD RUPTURE AND ALLOW HOT COOLANT TO ESCAPE INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
Remedy: A COOLANT TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED HEATER CORE FLUID BYPASS VALVE WILL BE INSTALLED.
Campaign 94V006000 — check if this car was fixed
THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT SYSTEMS CAN MALFUNCTION AND BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SYSTEM TRACK AND DRIVE ASSEMBLY ON AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT SYSTEMS WHICH ARE CURRENTLY INOPERATIVE AND THOSE SYSTEMS WHEN THEY BECOME INOPERATIVE IN THE FUTURE.
Campaign 95V213000 — check if this car was fixed
BRAKE DISC/HUB SEPARATION
BRAKE DISC/HUB SEPARATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMP
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE ROTORS WITH ROTORS THAT ARE COATED WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION.
Campaign 98V005000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1989 Eagle Premier — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 90V205000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V027000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V006000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V213000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V005000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1989 Eagle Premier 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 Eagle Premier?
The most-reported component is visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:heater core, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Eagle Premier have?
5 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.