MYRModel Year Report

1989 Plymouth Sundance

▲ Better than typical
1989 Plymouth Sundance
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:53:30.744Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
33
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1989

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

33% of complaints

Complaints per year

1987: 12 complaints 1987 1988: 27 complaints 1989: 33 complaints 1989 33 1990: 37 complaints 1991: 31 complaints 1991 1992: 49 complaints 1993: 60 complaints 1993 1994: 59 complaints 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1998: 1 complaint 1998
1987: 12 complaints 1987 1988: 27 complaints 1988 1989: 33 complaints 1989 33 1990: 37 complaints 1990 1991: 31 complaints 1991 1992: 49 complaints 1992 1993: 60 complaints 1993 1994: 59 complaints 1994 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1998: 1 complaint 1998
1987: 12 complaints 1987 1988: 27 complaints 1988 1989: 33 complaints 1989 33 1990: 37 complaints 1990 1991: 31 complaints 1991 1992: 49 complaints 1992 1993: 60 complaints 1993 1994: 59 complaints 1994 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1998: 1 complaint 1998

1989: 33 complaints

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YearComplaints
19850
19860
198712
198827
198933
199037
199131
199249
199360
199459
19952
19960
19981

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

33% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

FIRE
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Engine fire. (Ohio state police report)

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-04-02

Engine fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-05-29

Seat belts

24% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing anchorage.

Electrical system

15% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and wiring.

FIRE
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While driving an electrical short in the wiring caused the dash to catch on fire. Vehicle was totaled.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-03-06

Structure

12% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing trunk lid and support device/strut.

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Paint peeling.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-17

Equipment

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing air conditioner.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1990-02-21Engine and engine cooling89V237000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1991-04-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-08-30 Steering gear bolts loosen
  3. I
    1991-06-05Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-30 Auto shoulder belt failure
  4. I
    1991-10-30Engineering analysisClosed 1992-04-20 Auto shoulder belt failure
  5. R
    1992-12-28Seat belts92V053000 The automatic shoulder restraint systems can malfunction and become inoperative.

    Remedy: Replace the system drive and rail assembly with revised components.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  6. R
    2008-05-22Suspension08E033000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1989 Plymouth Sundance — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 89V237000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 92V053000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 08E033000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1989 Plymouth Sundance reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1989 Plymouth Sundance is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Plymouth Sundance?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Plymouth Sundance have?
3 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.