CarRecallWatchThe 1989 GMC Sierra has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (4 reports).
1989 GMC Sierra recalls
Most common 1989 GMC Sierra problems
Problem areas named in the 16 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Parking Brake | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
What owners report
I WAS DRIVING MY TRUCK AND THE DAY OF 27TH OF FEBRUARY 2010 AND WHEN I WAS TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL IT WAS STICKING LIKE THE STEERING GEAR BOX WAS LOCKING UP THEN IT CAME LOOSE AGAIN SO ON THE DAY OF MARCH FIRST 2010 I WAS MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN AND THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED TO GO WILD AND LOCKED UP TO WHERE I COULDN'T GET IT BACK TO THE RIGHT AND IT MADE ME CRASH INTO TWO VEHICLES BECAUSE OF THE STEERING WHEEL BEING STUCK. IT JUST GOT A BRAND NEW POWER STEERING PUMP PUT IN AND IT WAS NOT THAT AND ALL THE TIE RODS ARE IN GREAT SHAPE AND IT STILL IS HARD TO TURN NOW AND IT STICKS TO ONE SIDE WHEN ITS TURNED THAT WAY. *TR
SEAT BELTS DO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, FAIL TO RETRACT AND REACT TO SUDDEN STOP. SEAT BELTS ARE A SAFETY ISSUE AND A LAW IN MOST STATES AND SHOULD BE REPLACED BY MANUFACTURER. *TR
1) OVER YEARS OF OPERATION;2) BUCKLE FAILED TO CATCH THE SEAT BELT 3) PROBABLY HAVE A RECALL TO REPLACE THE BUCKLE. SUMMARY: SEAT BELT STOPPED WORKING. *AK
CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES AT 25 MPH AND BRAKES LOCKED UP. DRIVER STOPPED, AND NOTICED HALF OF THE ROTORS ON FRONT HAD SHEARED OFF.*AK
STARTER MOUNT BROKE AWAY FROM BLOCK. REPAIR CONSIST OF MOTOR BLOCK REPLACEMENT.*AK
1989 GMC Sierra questions
Does the 1989 GMC Sierra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1989 GMC Sierra: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 GMC Sierra?
Based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (4), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3), Exterior Lighting (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1989 GMC Sierra 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.