Chevrolet Celebrity 1990
Model Celebrity made in 1990 by Chevrolet got 9 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to digital instrument panel, exterior lighting and latches/locks/linkages. The car had one investigation (engine and engine cooling). There were some recalls concerningseat belts, seats. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.5l, 3.1l.
Model 1990
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 23/31/26 | 25/40/30 | Regular | $ 606 | 8 | 890801 |
| ( 3.1L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 19/30/23 | 21/38/26 | Regular | $ 685 | 8 | 890215 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V173000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 03/01/1988 to 07/31/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 2216325 | 10/19/1995 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/15/1995 | 09/12/1995 | 571 | 210 | |||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior; active restraints; belt anchor and attachment; fmvss no.210.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300; chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020; pontiac at 1-800-762-2737; or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V124000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1989 to 07/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 319181 | 09/24/1992 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/01/1992 | 09/04/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The high current caused by the electrical short welds thecircuit breaker elements together in the closed position, leaving the circuitunprotected and generating sufficient heat to burn the wire insulation andignite the seat cushion material. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Repair any abraded wiring and reroute the wiring harness using a wiring harness clip. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior: seating.vehicle description: passenger cars with 6 way power seats or power recliners. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||
| PE94048 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 06/21/1994 | 12/30/1994 | SUB-FRAME ABSORBER FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||
| 07/29/2009 | 201000 | 1 | 03/07/2001 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1990 chevrolet celebrity. while driving 15 mph, the contact was unable to see which gear he was driving in and crashed into the rear of a vehicle. the vehicle was inspected by an insurance adjuster who determined that the shift indicator was unclear and was the cause of the crash. the vehicle is being repaired. the manufacturer confirmed that there were no existing recalls and that they would not assume to repair cost. the contact is aware of the safety risk since the shift indication was determined to be the cause of the crash. the failure was 201,000 updated 9/23/09 *cn the repair shop stated the paint was dull and there was a glare from the high gloss window angle. updated 09/28/09. *jb update 12/14/09 *cn updated 12/16/09*jb | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH | |||
| 1 | 05/08/1997 | ||
| Turn signal bar failed. nlm | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH | |||
| 10/01/1995 | |||
| Hood latch has failed, unable to open or close hood. tt | |||
| PARKING BRAKE - CONVENTIONAL - MECHANICAL - LINKAGE AND CABLE | |||
| 01/16/1999 | 2 | 01/15/1999 | |
| When vehicle is parked with the emergency brakes on, vehicle would roll. the emergency brakes slide bar would release & missing. had the regular brakes reinspected & repaired. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) | |||
| 07/29/2009 | 201000 | 1 | 03/07/2001 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1990 chevrolet celebrity. while driving 15 mph, the contact was unable to see which gear he was driving in and crashed into the rear of a vehicle. the vehicle was inspected by an insurance adjuster who determined that the shift indicator was unclear and was the cause of the crash. the vehicle is being repaired. the manufacturer confirmed that there were no existing recalls and that they would not assume to repair cost. the contact is aware of the safety risk since the shift indication was determined to be the cause of the crash. the failure was 201,000 updated 9/23/09 *cn the repair shop stated the paint was dull and there was a glare from the high gloss window angle. updated 09/28/09. *jb update 12/14/09 *cn updated 12/16/09*jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 08/01/2004 | 1 | ||
| The consumer had to pump the brakes to stop the vehicle. the consumer believed the problem was master cylinder. *jb | |||
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION | |||
| 10/12/1995 | 2 | ||
| Power steering rack and pinion seal failed, causing all the power steering fluid to leak out twice/binding. *sd | |||
| TIRES - TUBE | |||
| 05/10/2004 | |||
| No failure, yet. have two b f goodrich tires dot bfj7tt61 p185/75r14 89 s m+s note indentations, on side wall about 1/16 inch deep by .75 to 1 inch wide running from rim to tread. is this a problem? could find no information on b f goodreich web site or it is buried well. | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | CARSON | 90745 | VINCES AUTOMOTIVE | 310-835-4439 |