1989 Pontiac 6000
Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 16
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1989
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1989: 16 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 3 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
5 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and webbing.
Electrical system
4 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and switch.
Tires
3 of 16 total reports mention: tires.
Show complaint excerpts
Vehicle had a flat tire driver proceded to travel eastbound on highway when consumer finally pulled over tire caught on fire spreading to the whole car. Ohio state police report.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-10-14
While driving the right rear tire blew out causing the driver to loose control of the vehicle and strike the median wall causing damage to the right rear tire, front left bumper and front end (Ohio traffic crash report).…
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-17
Two goodyear uniroyal tires blew out.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-23
Seats
2 of 16 total reports mention: seats.
Wheels
1 of 16 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing rim.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1992-06-26Engineering analysisClosed 1994-01-31 Sticking throttle
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1994-06-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-12-30 Sub-frame absorber failure
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1995-10-19Seat belts95V173000 These vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. This does not comply with FMVSS no.210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. Additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.
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2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…
Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).
Buy-smart checklist
1989 Pontiac 6000 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 95V173000 · Seat belts
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1989 Pontiac 6000 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 Pontiac 6000?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1989 Pontiac 6000 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.