MYRModel Year Report

1989 Subaru GL

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1989 Subaru GL
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:53:09.690Z

Only 9 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 9 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, Subaru GL Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 2 complaints 1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 5 complaints 1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 7 complaints 1986: 14 complaints 1986 1987: 17 complaints 1988: 17 complaints 1988 1989: 9 complaints 1989 1993: 1 complaints 1993
1989: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19812
19822
19835
19844
19857
198614
198717
198817
19899
19931

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

3 of 9 total reports mention: seat belts.

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DRIVER SEAT BELT IS INOPERATIVE AND THE PASSENGER SIDE LATCHES SOMETIMES. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950227

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 9 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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FAILURE ON THE TRANSMISSION WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PUT IN REVERSE THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELEARATED CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960410

STOPPED AT STOP SIGN ALL OF A SUDDEN CAR JUST ACCELERATED,CAUSED ACCIDENT. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950421

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 9 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

SEAT BELTS

1 of 9 total reports mentions: seat belts.

SEAT BELTS

1 of 9 total reports mentions: seat belts.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050927 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS WITH A 45-DEGREE ANGLE INLET TUBE, MODEL 800F350-S1, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT FILTERS FOR 1993-1997 FORD PROBE,1993-2001 MAZDA 626 AND MX-6, AND 1983-1994 LOYAL, 3-DOOR COU

Remedy: SPX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MR. CHRIS GREESON AT 704-869-3733 OR CONTACT THE WIX INFORMATION HOTLINE AT 800-949-6

Campaign 05E065000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Subaru GL — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts 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 service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05E065000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Subaru GL 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 Subaru GL?

The most-reported component is seat belts:front:buckle assembly, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Subaru GL have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.