1989 Ford Club Wagon
Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
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None on file
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Complaints per year
1989: 8 complaints
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
3 of 8 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly and selector devices.
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Vehicle has dual tanks. Gas is coming out of the front tank from the filler. This happens when I fill up the front tank and put gas in the rear tank.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-11-14
The consumer's vehicle has a fuel overflow problem identical to the one described in safety recall 91S39. *nm the manufacturer indicated that the vehicle had been repair under recall 91S39 and that he warranty on the work had expired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-10-21
Tires
2 of 8 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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General tire P235 75 R15 experienced tread separation, causing damage to the van fenders where the tread beat against it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-01
Electrical system
2 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing switch.
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I am concerned about recent recall of Ford products because of possibility of fire due to a faulty ignition switch. It appears that vans were not included.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-05-30
I am concerned about the recent recall of Ford products because of a possibility of fire due to a faulty ignition switch. It appears vans were not included.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-05-10
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 8 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system and engine.
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1989 Club Wagon engine compartment caught on fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-05-04
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1989 Ford Club Wagon — pre-purchase inspection
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- Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1989 Ford Club Wagon 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 Ford Club Wagon?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1989 Ford Club Wagon have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.