MYRModel Year Report

1989 GMC C15

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1989 GMC C15
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:52:16.992Z

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
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1988: 1 complaint 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1996: 4 complaints 1996
1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996
1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996

1989: 1 complaint

View as data table
YearComplaints
19820
19850
19860
19881
19891
19902
19911
19926
19937
19947
199510
19964

Known problem areas

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

Seat belts

1 of 1 total report mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

The seatbelt buckle for the middle and driver will not latch.please describe.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-26

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1989-06-20Trailer hitches89V078000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1994-07-29Engineering analysisClosed 1996-07-31 Engine compartment fires

Buy-smart checklist

1989 GMC C15 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 89V078000 · Trailer hitches
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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, 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.