- The problem
- There may be below specified torque on the trailer hitch attaching fasteners, allowing the trailer hitch to move under towing loads.
- The risk
- Fasteners could fail; if this occurs while traileris being pulled, hitch and trailer could separate and a vehicle crash couldoccur without prior warning.
- The fix
- Correct torque in trailer hitch fasteners to prevent trailer separation.
Vehicle safety record
1989 GMC C15 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1989 GMC C15 with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 1989 for the trailer hitches. For comparison, the 1988 has 1 and the 1990 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical C15 year, for its age
#231 most complained-about 1989 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1989 GMC C15 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1989 GMC C15 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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1 complaints about the 1989 GMC C15
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The seatbelt buckle for the middle and driver will not latch.Please describe. *Ak
GMC C15: every year compared
All C15 years1989 GMC C15 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 GMC C15 | 1 | 1 | A | |
| 1989 GMC C2500 | 6 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1989 GMC C1500 | 4 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1989 GMC G Series | 2 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1989 GMC C Series(light) | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1989 GMC C Series | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1989 GMC C3500 | 1 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1989 GMC C3500 Pickup | 1 | 1 | 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 GMC C15
Does the 1989 GMC C15 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1989 GMC C15: trailer hitches (May 1989). 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 GMC C15?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 1989 GMC C15 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 26, 1996 and the latest on June 26, 1996. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1989 GMC C15 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 80 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical GMC C15 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 GMC C15 years have the most complaints?
1995 (10), 1993 (7), 1994 (7). See every GMC C15 year compared.
What should I do if my 1989 GMC C15 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