1989 Dodge Spirit vs 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1989 Dodge Spirit | 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 21 | 139 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 28 | 4 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Spirit | Pontiac Grand Prix |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 63 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 14 |
| Structure | 0 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 14 |
| Steering | 1 | 12 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 9 |
| Power Train | 5 | 4 |
| Suspension | 3 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 24 |
| Stalling | 0 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
1989 Dodge Spirit
1989 Pontiac Grand Prix
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.