1989 Buick Century Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

The 1989 Buick Century has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 14 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (9 reports).

1Recalls

40Owner complaints

8Crashes reported

n/aNHTSA safety rating

Is the repair still open on your Century?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1989 Buick Century recalls

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Recall 95V173Sep 15, 19952,216,325 vehicles affected

Most common 1989 Buick Century problems

Problem areas named in the 40 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Seat Belts	9
Vehicle Speed Control	7
Engine And Engine Cooling	5
Structure	5
Electrical System	4
Seats	4
Latches/Locks/Linkages	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	2
Tires	2
Suspension	2

What owners report

2004-03-26, Engine And Engine Cooling
CAR SOLD TO ME IS A LEMON. THE MOTOR WENT OUT IN LESS THAN 30 DAYS.*AK

2004-02-03, Structure
A TECHNICIAN SERVICED VEHICLE. TECHNICIAN INSPECTED THE ENGINE AND DETERMINED THAT ENGINE CRADLE WAS RUSTING. *AK

2003-01-19, Unknown Or Other
THE PAINT HAS BEGUN TO PEELING OFF THE CAR. THE PRIMER IS STILL THERE, HOWEVER. THE CAR HAS BEEN OWNED BY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBERS SINCE ORIGINALLY PURCHASED IN 1989 AND HAS BEEN KEPT UNDER A CARPORT/GARAGE FOR ALL OF ITS OWNERSHIP. I OWN A 5-YR OLDER FORD THAT IS NOT GARAGED, AND THE FINISH IS STILL LIKE NEW.

2001-04-02, Structure
DOOR HINGES SPLIT IN HALF, CAUSING DOOR TO SEPARATE FROM VEHICLE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

2001-03-15, Seats
WHEN GETING ON TO THE HIGHWAY THE SEAT BACK FELL IN TO THE BACK SEAT MAKING ME UNABLE TO SEE ANY TRAFFIC AHEAD OF ME.*AK

1989 Buick Century questions

Does the 1989 Buick Century have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1989 Buick Century: Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1989 Buick Century?

Based on 40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (9), Vehicle Speed Control (7), Engine And Engine Cooling (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 1989 Buick Century has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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