1989 Pontiac 6000 Problems
- Complaints
- 16filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 21 mpgcombined, 2.8L 6-cyl FWD · 18 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1989 Pontiac 6000 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 1989 Pontiac 6000. The part named most often is electrical system, with 4 complaints (25% of the total), followed by seat belts (4) and tires (3). Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Seat belts complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the anchorage filed under the same part.
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.
- Electrical system4 25%
- Seat belts4 25%
- Tires3 19%
- Seats2 13%
- Brakes1 6.3%
- Engine cooling1 6.3%
- Steering1 6.3%
- Wheels1 6.3%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “While driving at any speed or just stopping or parking, vehicle stalled/and cut off without prior warning. Vehicle is at dealer for repairs, and dealer has stated there was a problem with the computer system.”
NHTSA complaint #846193, filed 1999-08Tires: “While driving the right rear tire blew out causing the driver to loose control of the vehicle and strike the median wall causing damage to the right rear tire, front left bumper and front end (ohio traffic crash report). Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #567273, filed 2002-09Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1989 Pontiac 6000 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6000 FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 21 | 28 | 23 | $2,900 |
| 6000 FWD | 2.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| 6000 FWD | 2.8L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,350 |
| 6000 4WD/AWD | 3.1L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| 6000 Wagon FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| 6000 Wagon FWD | 2.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 95V173000Sep 15, 1995Seat belts › Front › AnchorageCovers: Pontiac 6000 1989–1991, Buick Century 1989–1996, Oldsmobile Ciera 1989–1990, 1994–1996 +2 more
These vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. This does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Recall details for the 1989 Pontiac 6000 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1989 Pontiac 6000.
Other model years of the Pontiac 6000
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 6 | 139,000 | 2 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 11 | — | 2 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 16 | — | 1 | — | 21 | — | Stable |
| 1988 | 14 | — | 2 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 18 | — | 2 | — | 20 | — | Stable |
| 1986 | 16 | — | 3 | — | 19 | — | Stable |
| 1985 | 5 | 200,000 | 1 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1989 Pontiac 6000 have?
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 1989 Pontiac 6000 as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1989 Pontiac 6000 is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 4 complaints (25% of the total), followed by seat belts with 4.
Has the 1989 Pontiac 6000 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1989 Pontiac 6000 get?
The EPA rates the 1989 Pontiac 6000 (6000, 2.8L 6-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 18 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
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.