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1989 Toyota Camry Deluxe Wagon Auto

The 1989 Toyota Camry Deluxe Wagon Auto is a 115-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 wagon with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $13,330 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

It makes 115 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 124 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).

The Camry measures 178.0 inches long on a 102.4-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeWagon
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$13,330 ($34,937 *)
Engine
Engine Type3S-FE 2.0L DOHC inline-4, fuel injected, naturally aspirated
Displacement2 L
Horsepower115 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque124 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 16-valve
Bore and Stroke86 x 86
Compression Ratio9.8:1
Injection TypeElectronic fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined24 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity15.9 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut, coil springs
Rear SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut, coil springs
Brakes
Front Brake DiscDisc
Rear Brake DiscDrum
Dimensions & Weight
Length178 in
Width66.7 in
Height54.9 in
Wheelbase102.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1989 Toyota CAMRY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 2, 2016 · SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

Consequence: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.

NHTSA campaign 16V396000

Sep 22, 1992 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR THE POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM CAN FAIL, CAUSING THE CONTACTS TO "WELD", AND RESULTING IN DOOR LOCK SOLENOID DAMAGE, WITH FAILURE OF THE DOOR TO LOCK OR UNLOCK, EVEN UNDER MANUAL OPERATION.

Consequence: IF THE DOOR FAILS TO OPEN AFTER ECU FAILURE, VEHICLEOCCUPANTS WOULD HAVE INCREASED DIFFICULTY EXITING THE VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY.

Remedy: INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL SUBCIRCUIT RELAY CONTROL TO PREVENT MALFUNCTION OF ORIGINAL RELAYS IN THE ECU.

NHTSA campaign 92V135000

Oct 18, 1989 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT

OCCUPANT RELEASE OF THE LAP BELT IN A CERTAIN MANNER COULD CAUSE THE BELT RETRACTOR TO LOCK AT THE RETRACTED AND STOWED POSITION.

Consequence: SEAT BELTS MAY BE UNUSABLE OR OCCUPANTS MAY BEDISCOURAGED FROM USING BELTS, INCREASING THEIR POTENTIAL FOR INJURY IN ANACCIDENTAL OR SUDDEN STOP.

Remedy: REPLACE LAP BELT WITH A REDESIGNED BELT GUIDE.

NHTSA campaign 89V175000

117 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1989 Toyota CAMRY

Owner Complaints

117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Toyota CAMRY (15 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 8 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Seat Belts22
Vehicle Speed Control17
Fuel System16
Gasoline15
Latches/Locks/Linkages15
Electrical System11
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jul 17, 2023 · Electrical System Fire
“The contact owns a 1989 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and his wife noticed smoke coming from under the driver's side of the hood. The contact was…”
Mar 25, 2019 · Electrical System
“PASSENGERS DOOR WILL MOT UNLOCK. EITHER BY ELECTRIC DOOR LOCK OR BY PULLING UP THE UNLOCK BOTTON. 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY RECALL - #92V135000 RECALL FOR LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES : DOORS : LATCH THE ELECTRONIC…”
Mar 31, 2018 · Engine
“GOT EMAIL SAYING 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY ON RECALL LIST BECAUSE OF ENGINE PISTON PROBLEMS”
Nov 14, 2017 · Unknown Or Other
“CAR STALLS WHILE EITHER GOING DOWN THE STREET, OR AT A STOPLIGHT. MY FEAR IS THAT I WILL GET REAR-ENDED. AND, ALSO EMBARRASSING AND FRUSTRATING. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR IN 1989 NEW…”
Sep 29, 2016 · Seat Belts
“THE SHOULDER HARNESS ON THIS CAR MOVES IN A TRACK TO GET OUT OF THE WAY WHEN THE DRIVER OPENS THE DOOR, AND TO MOVE TO THE OTHER END OF THE TRACK TO SECURE THE DRIVER WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED. IT IS A…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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