MYRModel Year Report

1989 Eagle Summit

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1989 Eagle Summit
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:09:52.135Z

Only 12 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 12 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, Eagle Summit Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 6 complaints 1990 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 44 complaints 1992 1993: 92 complaints 1993 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 31 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1989: 12 complaints
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YearComplaints
198912
19906
199112
199244
199392
199415
199531
19962

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

7 of 12 total reports mention: seat belts.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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FAILURE OF THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS, CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION AND THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT LOCK, RESULTING IN INJURIES. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19961216

A PIECE OF PLASTIC BROKE OFF SEAT BELT LOCK AND REMAINED LODGED INSIDE, CAUSING SEAT BELT TO FAIL. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19951026

VISIBILITY

1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility.

SUSPENSION

1 of 12 total reports mentions: suspension.

SEATS

1 of 12 total reports mentions: seats.

SEAT BELTS

1 of 12 total reports mentions: seat belts.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19951213 — seat belts

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES A

Campaign 95V103003 — check if this car was fixed

I 19960119 — PE (closed 19960628)

AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE

I 19960628 — EA (closed 19970612)

AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Eagle Summit — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 95V103003 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Eagle Summit 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 Summit?

The most-reported component is seat belts:front:buckle assembly, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Eagle Summit have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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