Recalls (5)
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗WHEELS
- Summary
- THE STYLED STEEL WHEELS CAN HAVE CRACKS DEVELOPING AT THE OUTER EDGES OF THE WHEEL WHERE THE SPOKES MEET THE RIM. THE CRACKS PROPAGATE FROM EACH SIDE OF A SPOKE TOWARD EACH OTHER, AND EVENTUALLY MEET. THE MEETING OF THE CRACKS RESULTS IN COMPLETE SEAPARATION OF A SPOKE FROM THE WHEEL.
- Consequence
- THE CRACKING CONDITION CAN OCCUR ON EVERY SPOKE ON THEWHEEL, CAUSING COMPLETE SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL FROM THE VEHICLE, AND RESULTINGIN LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKING CONTROL.
- Remedy
- REPLACE THE INVOLVED WHEEL ASSEMBLIES.
INTERIOR SYSTEMS:PASSIVE RESTRAINT:BELTS
- Summary
- THE FRONT SHOULDER BELT RETRACTORS MAY HAVE REDUCED SENSITIVITY OF THE LOCK-UP FEATURE AND WOULD NOT FUNCTION IN A SUDDEN DECELERATION OR CRASH.
- Consequence
- FAILURE OF THE SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR WOULD RESULT INTHE SEAT OCCUPANT ONLY BEING RESTRAINED BY THE LAP BELT IN A CRASH OR SUDDENSTOP, AND AN INCREASED POSSIBILITY OF INJURY.
INTERIOR SYSTEMS:SEAT TRACKS AND ANCHORS
- Summary
- THE FRONT SEAT FRAME ASSEMBLY MAY CONTAIN AN IMPROPER, MISSING AND/OR MISLOCATED WELD THAT COULD FRACTURE.
- Consequence
- THIS COULD CAUSE UNEXPECTED SEAT MOVEMENT AND RESULT INPERSONAL INJURY AND/OR LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE CAR.
- Remedy
- REPLACE BOTH FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLIES.
INTERIOR SYSTEMS:PASSIVE RESTRAINT:BELTS
- Summary
- FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATES MAY NOT ENGAGE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES.
- Consequence
- IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, UNBELTED OR IMPROPERLY BELTEDOCCUPANTS ARE MORE AT RISK TO INJURY THAN IF BELTS ARE PROPERLY BUCKLED.
- Remedy
- REPLACE IMPROPERLY FUNCTIONING BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES.
FUEL:FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY:TANK
- Summary
- A FUEL TANK LEAK COULD OCCUR DUE TO SMALL CREASES ON THE TANK UNDERSIDE CRACKING DURING PRESSURE CYCLING WHICH OCCURS DURING NORMAL OPERATION.
- Consequence
- IN PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, THIS CONDITION COULDRESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy
- REPLACE FUEL TANK.
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Owner complaints (64)
64 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The seat belts is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 64 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat belts | 18 | 28.1% |
| Electrical system | 14 | 21.9% |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 10.9% |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 10.9% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 6 | 9.4% |
| Fuel system | 5 | 7.8% |
| Wheels | 4 | 6.3% |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 4.7% |
| Seats | 3 | 4.7% |
| Steering | 3 | 4.7% |
How 1989 compares with other Corsica years
Best and worst Corsica years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 2 | 6 |
| 1988 | 46 | 4 |
| 1989 | 64 | 5 |
| 1990 | 55 | 2 |
| 1991 | 108 | 1 |
| 1992 | 125 | 1 |
| 1993 | 100 | 0 |
| 1994 | 123 | 1 |
| 1995 | 102 | 0 |
| 1996 | 110 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 356 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 25 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 31 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 29 / 24 | $2,800 | 370 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 / 26 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1989 Corsica for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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1989 Chevrolet Corsica FAQ
How many recalls does the 1989 Chevrolet Corsica have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns: 91V213000 (wheel), 91V206000 (seat belt), 89V087000 (seat), 89V034000 (seat belt), 88V189000 (fuel system). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1989 Chevrolet Corsica problems?
Owners filed 64 complaints with NHTSA. Seat belts (18), Electrical system (14), Unknown or other (7) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1989 Chevrolet Corsica get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 21 city, 31 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1989 Corsica compare with other years?
Among the 1987–1996 Chevrolet Corsica model years at least five years old, the 1987 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 1992 the most (125). The 1989 drew 64. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.