- The problem
- Due to contact of the metal slide of the lower drawer in the bedroom closet with a 110-volt wire from the electrical converter, insulation may be stripped from the wire.
- The risk
- A SHORT COULD DEVELOP AND RESULT IN A FIRE.
- The fix
- Repair to eliminate contact with wire from electrical converter.
Vehicle safety record
1989 Itasca Superchief Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1989 Itasca Superchief have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in March 1989 for the wiring.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough Superchief years are on file
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1989 Itasca Superchief recalls 2
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
- The problem
- An incorrect number of bolts was used to fasten the rear axle to the frame rails.
- The risk
- This could allow the spring hanger to become detachedfrom the rails and cause the rear axle to separate from the motorhome, causingloss of control which may result in an accident.
- The fix
- INSTALL THE CORRECT NUMBER OF FASTENING BOLTS.
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1989 Itasca Superchief vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 Itasca Superchief | 0 | 2 | - | |
| 1989 Itasca Suncruiser | 2 | 3 | D | Compare |
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Questions about the 1989 Itasca Superchief
Does the 1989 Itasca Superchief have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1989 Itasca Superchief: wiring (March 1989); rear (March 1989). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1989 Itasca Superchief had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
What should I do if my 1989 Itasca Superchief 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