MYRModel Year Report

1989 Pontiac Lemans

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1989 Pontiac Lemans
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:38:54.588Z

Only 15 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 15 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, Pontiac Lemans Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1988: 13 complaints 1988 1989: 15 complaints 1989 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 24 complaints 1991 1992: 21 complaints 1992 1993: 18 complaints 1993
1989: 15 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
198813
198915
199025
199124
199221
199318

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

6 of 15 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE GOING THROUGH A GREEN LIGHT VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION . THE FRONT OCCUPANTS WENT THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD BECAUSE THE RESTRAINTS DID NOT RETRACT, INJURING THE FRONT OCCUPANTS. THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970930

SERVICE BRAKES

4 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2 of 15 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing turn signal and tail lights.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing module and ignition.

WHEELS

1 of 15 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing multi piece.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19910717 — PE (closed 19911104)

FRONT BRAKE DISC/HUB SEP

R 19931216 — seat belts

THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES MAY NOT LATCH OR MAY NOT RELEASE DUE TO THE FRACTURE OF THE RED RELEASE PUSH BUTTON.

Remedy: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLES.

Campaign 93V154000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Pontiac Lemans — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 93V154000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Pontiac Lemans 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 Lemans?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Pontiac Lemans have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.