CarRecallWatchThe 1989 Chevrolet C1500 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 3 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (13 reports).
1989 Chevrolet C1500 recalls
Most common 1989 Chevrolet C1500 problems
Problem areas named in the 33 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP GOING OUT REPLACED MULTIPLE TIMES. *TR
1989 CHEVROLET C-1500 CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING. *TS THE FIRE ORIGINATED UNDER THE HOOD. *NM
THE EXTERIOR BRAKE LIGHTS WERE REPLACED TWICE, CONSUMER FOUND ON THE NHTSA WEB PAGE, MANY CONSUMERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM.*AK
WIPER MOTOR SOMETIMES WORKS WHEN THE SWITCH IS NOT ON, UNTIL THE FUSE IS REMOVED OR THE IGNITION IS TURNED OFF. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE VOLT GAUGE FLUCTUATES UP AND DOWN, AND THE BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON. ALSO SOMETIMES WIPERS DON'T WORK WITH SWITCH TURNED ON. WHEN THE WIPERS DON'T MOVE WHEN THE SWITCH IS TURNED ON, THE VOLT GAUGE FLUCTUATES UP AND DOWN. THESE INSTANCES HAPPEN USUALLY DURING RAIN OR SNOW. THE TRUCK IS EQUIPPED WITH DELAY WIPERS.*AK
WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED PEDAL WILL GO TO THE FLOOR. HAD BRAKES CHECKED, AND WORKED ON, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK
1989 Chevrolet C1500 questions
Does the 1989 Chevrolet C1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1989 Chevrolet C1500: Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Chevrolet C1500?
Based on 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (13), Power Train (6), Steering (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 1989 Chevrolet C1500 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.