1989 Buick Skylark Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1989 Buick Skylark has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (7 reports).

2Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Skylark?

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

1989 Buick Skylark recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Recall 92V150Oct 19, 1992108,836 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Recall 90V042Mar 5, 199061,765 vehicles affected

Most common 1989 Buick Skylark problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling7
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Electrical System2
Power Train2
Steering1
Suspension1

What owners report

1999-04-20, Fuel System, Gasoline
WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND AFTER STARTING IT, VEHICLE EXPLODED AND BURST INTO FLAMES, RESULTING IN A FIRE WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
1997-03-25, Power Train
TRANSMISSION FAILED.
1996-04-25, Engine And Engine Cooling
HEAD GASKET REPLACED 2 TIMES. *SD
1996-04-11, Fuel System, Gasoline
FUEL FEED HOSE RUPTURED AND LEAKED FUEL IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT, CAUSING A FIRE. *AK

1989 Buick Skylark questions

Does the 1989 Buick Skylark have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1989 Buick Skylark: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (7), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3), Fuel System, Gasoline (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1989 Buick Skylark 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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