MYRModel Year Report

1989 Pontiac Lemans

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1989 Pontiac Lemans
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:57:16.153Z

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
15

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1989

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1988: 13 complaints 1988 1989: 15 complaints 1989 15 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 24 complaints 1991 1992: 21 complaints 1992 1993: 18 complaints 1993
1988: 13 complaints 1988 1989: 15 complaints 1989 15 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 24 complaints 1991 1992: 21 complaints 1992 1993: 18 complaints 1993
1988: 13 complaints 1988 1989: 15 complaints 1989 15 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 24 complaints 1991 1992: 21 complaints 1992 1993: 18 complaints 1993

1989: 15 complaints

View as data table
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.

CRASHINJURY
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-09-30

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

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1991-07-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-11-04 Front brake disc/hub sep
  2. R
    1993-12-16Seat belts93V154000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    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).

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1989 Pontiac Lemans — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V154000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.