Worst 1989 Chevrolet Corvette Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1989 Chevrolet Corvette.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Retractor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Bumpers | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Rear | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | 1 | — | — |
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1989 Chevrolet Corvette — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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