1989 Chevrolet Silverado Recalls
No NHTSA recalls on record for the 1989 Chevrolet Silverado. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes, hydraulic. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Complaints by component
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“Tl* the contact owns a 1989 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact was driving approximately 10 mph and approaching a traffic stop when the rear end of the vehicle collapsed to the ground. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and they informed the contact that the rear…”
“When pulling into the driveway, the driver side wheel separated from the vehicle without warning. As a result the front end collapsed. The dealer states the lower ball joint had failed. *la *sc *jb”
“While at repair shop for service mechanic noticed the brake and fuel line was rusted. Location is near rear tire on driver side, both lines are clustered together. A section about 3-4 inches in length is affected. Please provide vin number upon receipt of this complaint. *nlm”
“At less than 10 mph rear driver tire had tread separation. 2 weeks later steel belt broke in both front tires at 55 mph.*ak”
“When brakes were applied pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has inspected vehicle, and determined that rear abs brakes have failed. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak”
“The rotor on the left front wheel rusted dangerously thin where the center section and the friction plate meet, and broke almost completely apart while I was driving. It is difficult to tell that it is rusted so thin upon visual inspection, even when the friction plate that the pads contact looks…”
“Vehicle experienced engine fire. (ohio traffic crash report). *mjs”
“Vehicle experienced engine fire. (ohio traffic crash report). *mjs”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 1989 Chevrolet Silverado as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.