1989 GMC Vandura

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1989 GMC Vandura
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:52:22.996Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1987: 2 complaints 1987 1989: 2 complaints 1989 2 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 34 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 1 complaint 2000
1987: 2 complaints 1987 1989: 2 complaints 1989 2 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 34 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 1 complaint 2000
1987: 2 complaints 1987 1989: 2 complaints 1989 2 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 34 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 1 complaint 2000

1989: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19872
19892
199414
199534
19964
19983
19992
20001

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Tires

1 of 2 total reports mentions: tires.

Show complaint excerpts

The left rear tire (No make/model provided) experienced a blowout, the debris from the tire caused damage to the tailpipe and rear bumper cover. (Ohio traffic crash report)

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-12-19

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Engine fire. (Ohio state police report).

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-08-21

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1989 GMC Vandura — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 1989 GMC Vandura 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 Vandura?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 GMC Vandura 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.