Does the 1989 Buick Riviera have any recalls?

The 1989 Buick Riviera has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with service brakes, air:antilock.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1989 Buick Riviera?

10 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Buick Riviera.

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1989 Buick Riviera service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

Luxury Coupe 2-Door
T-Type Coupe 2-Door

Engines covered

3.8L 3800CC 231Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1989 Buick Riviera Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #89V05500005/04/1989Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

ONE OR BOTH ABS HYDRAULIC UNIT MOUNTING BOLTS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SEATED AND COULD LOOSEN.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO SEPARATION OF THE ABSHYDRAULIC UNIT FROM THE MOUNTING BRACKET AND RESUL

Remedy

REPLACE BOTH ABS HYDRAULIC UNIT MOUNTING BOLTS.

NHTSA #89V05600005/04/1989Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

LEFT FRONT BRAKE PIPE MAY CONTACT THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BRACKET.

Consequence

BRAKE LINE COULD WEAR THROUGH CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKEFLUID AND PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITY; THI

Remedy

REPLACE LEFT FRONT BRAKE PIPE ASSEMBLY.

No service bulletins No technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA for the 1989 Buick Riviera.

20071108Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1989 BUICK RIVIERA. ON NOVEMBER 7, 2007, THE BRAKES FAILED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ABS LIGHT HAD BEEN ILLUMINATING INTERMITTENTLY FOR A

20011023Component: STRUCTURE

PLEASE REFERENCE NHTSA RECALL NO. 97V058/GM RECALL OF BUICK REGALS SOLD IN ILLINOIS 1998 - 1991. MY TIRE TECHNICIAN NOTED THAT THE CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS ON MY 1989 BUICK RIVIERA WERE TOTALLY

20000605Component: STRUCTURE

CRADLE THAT HOLDS ENGINE CORRODED AND RUSTED TO THE POINT IT WAS ABOUT TO FALL OUT CAUSING STEERING TO BECOME IMPOSSIBLE

20000504Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

AT THE TIME OF THE REPAIR/REPLACEMENT OF THE FUEL PUMP, FITTINGS, LINES... COSTING $467.00 ON 11/23/99 -- THE MECHANIC AND MANAGER INFORMED US OF THE IMMINENT DANGERS OF THE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL

20000504Component: STRUCTURE

AT THE TIME OF THE REPAIR/REPLACEMENT OF THE FUEL PUMP, FITTINGS, LINES... COSTING $467.00 ON 11/23/99 -- THE MECHANIC AND MANAGER INFORMED US OF THE IMMINENT DANGERS OF THE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL

Showing the 5 most serious of 10 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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