- The problem
- Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (To see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
- The risk
- This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
- The fix
- Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Vehicle safety record
1989 Buick Electra Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1989 Buick Electra with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (1) and the seats & seat belts (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2006 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1988 has 5 and the 1990 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Electra year, for its age
#187 most complained-about 1989 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1989 Buick Electra problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1989 Buick Electra recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1989 Buick Electra
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer bought a vehicle that was suppose to be in perfect condition. While driving home vehicle stalled and would not restart. Dealer was notified, but informed the consumer to pay for a diagnostic test and the repairs.*Ak
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the seat bracket which is now broken. Dealer has not been c ontacted yet. Mr
Buick Electra: every year compared
All Electra years1989 Buick Electra vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 Buick Electra | 2 | 1 | C | |
| 1989 Buick Regal | 107 | 8 | F | Compare |
| 1989 Buick Century | 41 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1989 Buick Lesabre | 29 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 1989 Buick Park Avenue | 21 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 11 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 9 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 4 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 1989 Buick Skyhawk | 3 | 2 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1989 Buick Electra
Does the 1989 Buick Electra have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1989 Buick Electra: fuel system, gasoline (May 2006). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Buick Electra?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (1), seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 1989 Buick Electra had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 12, 2002 and the latest on October 7, 2003. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1989 Buick Electra a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 57 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Buick Electra year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Buick Electra years have the most complaints?
1986 (13), 1988 (5), 1987 (4). See every Buick Electra year compared.
What should I do if my 1989 Buick Electra has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data