MYRModel Year Report

1989 Oldsmobile Calais

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1989 Oldsmobile Calais
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:46:51.850Z

Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
18

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1989

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 18 1990: 12 complaints 1990
1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 18 1990: 12 complaints 1990
1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 18 1990: 12 complaints 1990

1989: 18 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19840
19853
19867
19875
198818
198918
199012

Known problem areas

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

16 of 18 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE
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Engine compartment fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-11-14

Seats

4 of 18 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing recliner.

CRASHINJURY

Electrical system

3 of 18 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring and ignition.

Vehicle speed control

2 of 18 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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Intermittent sudden accelerations from complete stop, causing loss of control/one accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-07-13

Service brakes

2 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1990-03-29Fuel system, gasoline90V042000 Front fuel feed hose assembly could crack or separate at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.

    Remedy: Replace front fuel feed hose assembly.

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    1992-11-03Fuel system, gasoline92V150000 Front fuel feed hose assembly could crack or separate at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.

    Remedy: Replace front fuel feed hose assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1989 Oldsmobile Calais — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Seats: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 90V042000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 92V150000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Oldsmobile Calais 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 Oldsmobile Calais?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 89% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Oldsmobile Calais have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.