1989 Chevrolet C3500 Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 35,200miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1989 Chevrolet C3500 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1989 Chevrolet C3500. The part named most often is tires, with 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by brakes (1) and fuel system (1). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 35,200 miles. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Tires3 43%
- Brakes1 14%
- Fuel system1 14%
- Body and structure1 14%
Example complaints
Tires: “Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 65mph on highway and vehicle started to vibrate and shake . He was able to pull over to side of the road, and noticed that driver's side tire tread separated. Tread came completly off. Bridgestone, duller, 9.50x16.5 #DOT vd. Dealership was aware of problem.”
NHTSA complaint #891713, filed 2001-06Brakes: “Ongoing / intermittent problem with vehicle failing to stop properly while driving. No mtter what the speed may be. Seeking help from NHTSA in this matter.”
NHTSA complaint #844892, filed 1999-08Body and structure: “Paint has continued to peel under normal driving conditions, power door locks work intermitently, power windows also work sporadically. The door lock cylinders have been replaced several times.”
NHTSA complaint #720125, filed 2000-03Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 35,200 and 35,200 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 90V170000Sep 17, 1990Seat belts › Front › AnchorageCovers: Chevrolet C3500 1989–1990, GMC C1500 1989–1990, K1500 1989–1990 +9 more
Trucks can contain incorrect instructions on how to properly adjust rear seat lap-shoulder belts as required by fmvss 209.
Recall details for the 1989 Chevrolet C3500 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1989 Chevrolet C3500.
Other model years of the Chevrolet C3500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 26 | 20,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 47 | 143,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 18 | 57,216 | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1993 | 15 | 120,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1992 | 8 | 71,145 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 5 | 84,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 7 | 35,200 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet C3500 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1989 Chevrolet C3500 have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1989 Chevrolet C3500 as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1989 Chevrolet C3500 is reported most often?
Tires is named most often, in 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by brakes with 1.
Has the 1989 Chevrolet C3500 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1989 Chevrolet C3500 reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 35,200 miles and the middle half falls between 35,200 and 35,200 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.