MYRModel Year Report

1989 Plymouth Reliant

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1989 Plymouth Reliant
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:40:56.258Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Plymouth Reliant Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 1 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaints 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 4 complaints 1987: 10 complaints 1987 1988: 16 complaints 1989: 7 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaints 1990
1989: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
19812
19822
19831
19841
19855
19864
198710
198816
19897
19901

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 7 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

FIRE
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WHILE PARKED AFTER DRIVING FOR AN HOUR, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE WHEN SHE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. *SC *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20040810

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 7 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.

CRASH INJURY
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TURNED CAR ON, VEHICLE JUMPED FORWARD INTO WALL. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950825

TIRES

1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing temporary/emergency spare tire.

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SPARE TIRE BLEW OUT WHILE MOUNTED INSIDE TRUNK. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19951102

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19900221 — engine and engine cooling

THE ENGINE VALVE COVER GASKET MAY DISLOCATE AND ALLOW AN ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE GASKET.

Remedy: REPLACE GASKET COVER WITH REVISED COVER, AND RTV SEALANT WILL BE APPLIED IN PLACE OF A GASKET.

Campaign 89V237000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19901210 — EA (closed 19911231)

TRANS PARK SYSTEM FAILURE

I 19910416 — PE (closed 19910830)

STEERING GEAR BOLTS LOOSEN

R 20080522 — suspension

FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WIT

Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.

Campaign 08E033000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Plymouth Reliant — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 89V237000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08E033000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Plymouth Reliant 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 Plymouth Reliant?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Plymouth Reliant have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-10 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.