1989 GMC C15
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: seat belts.
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THE SEATBELT BUCKLE FOR THE MIDDLE AND DRIVER WILL NOT LATCH.PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960626
SAFETY TIMELINE
THERE MAY BE BELOW SPECIFIED TORQUE ON THE TRAILER HITCH ATTACHING FASTENERS, ALLOWING THE TRAILER HITCH TO MOVE UNDER TOWING LOADS.
Remedy: CORRECT TORQUE IN TRAILER HITCH FASTENERS TO PREVENT TRAILER SEPARATION.
Campaign 89V078000 — check if this car was fixed
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1989 GMC C15 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 89V078000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1989 GMC C15 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 GMC C15?
The most-reported component is seat belts:front:buckle assembly, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 GMC C15 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.