Chevrolet Corvette 1990

Model Corvette made in 1990 by Chevrolet got 37 consumer complains, 5 investigations there are 4 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment, power train and visibility. The car had some investigations: air bags, electrical system and parking brake. There were some recalls concerningequipment, fuel system, gasoline and seat belts. The car has one 5.7l engine.

Model 1990

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 5.7L) 8Manual, 6 gearsRWD16/25/1918/32/22Premium$ 9471890830
( 5.7L) 8Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD16/24/1918/31/22Premium$ 9471890901
( 5.7L) 8Manual, 6 gearsRWD16/25/1918/33/23Premium$ 9471890901

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT
07E088000HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. E (Equipment)12168011/08/2007MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.10/24/200710/30/2007
Defect SummaryCertain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
Consequence SummaryThis condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective SummaryHoneywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
NotesCustomers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
06E043000HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. E (Equipment)8830310/18/2006MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/19/200605/22/2006
Defect SummaryCertain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on document search and then bus applications). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
Consequence SummaryThis condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Corrective SummaryHoneywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
90V008000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 04/01/1989 to 10/01/1989V (Vehicle)21301/31/1990MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.01/22/199001/31/1990
Defect SummaryFuel feed and return line connectors have incorrect line end flare configurations.
Consequence SummaryLine ends could crack causing a fuel leak that could result in an engine compartment fire.
Corrective SummaryInstall new fuel lines with correct end flare configuration.
NotesSystem: fuel lines.vehicle description: passenger cars with lt5 engines.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
91V143000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 02/01/1983 to 05/01/1991V (Vehicle)23183310/25/1991ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/04/199109/30/1991
Defect SummaryUnder certain vehicle operations and occupant usage conditions, the safety belts can lockup or jam in the safety belt retractor.
Consequence SummaryIf lockup occurs, it is impossible to pull belt out ofthe retractor. the occupant of a seat with an unusable safety belt issubject to increased risk of injury or death in the event of a sudden stop oraccident.
Corrective SummaryReplace the safety belts if the lockup occurs.
NotesSystem: safety belts.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL
0169701/01/200410006297No serial data communications using the tech 1 with a 1986 or newer camaro, firebird or corvette with a 5.0 or 5.7 litre engine. sit bulletin 1450640. *tt04/27/2004
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT
020730024A08/01/2005020730024B634999Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. *tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. *tt10/11/2002
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
01072900406/01/2001720508B622763Information regarding corvette zf six speed manual transmission. nlm10/22/2001
VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR
931311003/01/199339547Rear lift window hard to open/hinge loose to glass. *tw11/01/1995

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
AIR BAGS
DP92011GENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/22/199210/29/1992AIRBAG FAILED TO DEPLOY
 Airbag failed to deploy
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PE90038GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/02/199005/07/1990UNDER DASH FIRE
 There is no summary currently available
PARKING BRAKE
PE90040GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/06/199006/11/1990PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
 There is no summary currently available
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
DP96006GENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/14/199610/18/1996BRAKE PULL
 The petition stated that : we represent the owner of a 1990 chevrolet corvette which, when the brakes were applied, suddenly, violently, and unexpectedly pulls to the left.this is an intermittent defect which does not occur with an regularity.
SUSPENSION
PE90032GENERAL MOTORS CORP.01/12/199003/22/1990TIE ROD SOCKET FAILURE90V032000
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
AIR BAGS
1
 Consumer comments that shortly after purchase of vehicle, the diagnostic energy reserve module (derm) malfunctioned, which is part of the air bag restraint system, consumer would like to be reimbursed for his out of pocket expenses. *jg
09/10/2001
 Cannot get a replacement part from gmc . therefore i am forced to drive without the benefit of my air bag.*ak
05/01/200107/01/1998
 Computer that controls the air bag restrain system has malfunction. a light has come on the dash. i can't seem to get a replacement part. i have contact gm . appears gm. does not have a vendor to supply the part. gm customer service 800-222-1020 ext 57379 service number c04306084. my concern is the air bag according to gm could deploy at any time. how many additonal cars that gm makes has the same computer module that today is not available. i can't seem to get them concern.their comment to me is it will only inflate for 20 seconds. 20 seconds is a long time driving on the interstate. this is a major safety concern.*ak
09/26/2000504/01/1990
 During the lifetime of the vehicle i have had to replace the airbag sensors at least 5 times. others have complained about this same problem yet gm does not acknowledge the defect.*ak
05/04/1997105/04/1997
 Air bag has never worked since purchase (unspecified).
04/01/19951
 Airbag sensor failed. *sd
03/11/1996
 The corvette was sitting on the showroom floor and the airbag just deployed without incident. please describe. *ak
09/26/19956
 Air bag indicator light was stuck due to a defective electronic module that controls the system. *sd
05/08/19951
 Aor bag light keeps coming on. tt
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL
01/01/1996111/13/1993
 Air bag warning light keep flashing. the consumer was told by a mechanic that there were bad connector on the air bag. dealer has been contacted. *ak
02/01/19961
 Other: air bag doesn't work due to failed diagnostic energy reserve module. *dsh
08/01/1995
 Drivers side air bag failure, air bag indicator light came on, dealer replaced air bag inflator module. tt
 The driver side air bag has failed light come on this is the second time in a year . tt
AIR BAGS - SIDE/WINDOW
01/20/200003/01/1990
 I've read that there is a grounding issue in the air bag with this type/year vehicle causing warning light to come on and possible shut down or the system. is this a known safety issue? *ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1
 The diagnostic energy reserve module malfunctioned. consumer requested assistance in reimbursement. *tt *jb *ts
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD
10/01/1998
 A problem inherent to all 1990 corvettes is corrosion of the area where the airbag sensors are attached to the frame under the hood. this causes a grounding problem and the constant display of the infl rest warning light. it also deactivates the airbag. everything i read says it's due to a design flaw. why would such an important problem like this not result in a recall?
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM
09/26/19956
 Oil leak coming from the gasket at the rear of the intake manifold. *sd
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
03/09/19961
 Fuel pressure regulator leaked, causing fire.
OTHER
10009/01/1999
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES
08/01/19921
 Oil cooling lines leak, causing oil to cover bottom of car/drip on exhaust system. *sd
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
04/02/2006599981
 Problem: i have a 1990 chevy corvette and the safety belt on the drives side of car has lockup or jammed in the safety belt retractor. consequence summary: if lockup occurs, it is impossible to pull belt out of the retractor. the occupant of a seat with an unusable safety belt is subject to increased risk of injury or death in the event of a sudden stop or accident. corrective summary: replace the safety belts if the lockup occurs. campaign number: 91v143000 date: 1991-sep-04 component: seat belts: front: anchorage campaign number: 91v143000 date: 1991-sep-04 component: seat belts: front: anchorage. i when to chevorlet in wilkes barre, pa and they told me my car was not part of the recall and would not fix the defective safety belt retractor free of charge. i understand, (correct me if i am wrong) than the manufacturer must replace it free of charge as it is a defective safety device on the vehicle. i find it odd that there was a recall of this part, but my car was not part of the recall. that was $154 plus labor to replace the safety belt retractor. *jb
05/08/19951
 Seat belts failed prior to recall (91v-143). *ak
SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER
04/02/2006599981
 Problem: i have a 1990 chevy corvette and the safety belt on the drives side of car has lockup or jammed in the safety belt retractor. consequence summary: if lockup occurs, it is impossible to pull belt out of the retractor. the occupant of a seat with an unusable safety belt is subject to increased risk of injury or death in the event of a sudden stop or accident. corrective summary: replace the safety belts if the lockup occurs. campaign number: 91v143000 date: 1991-sep-04 component: seat belts: front: anchorage campaign number: 91v143000 date: 1991-sep-04 component: seat belts: front: anchorage. i when to chevorlet in wilkes barre, pa and they told me my car was not part of the recall and would not fix the defective safety belt retractor free of charge. i understand, (correct me if i am wrong) than the manufacturer must replace it free of charge as it is a defective safety device on the vehicle. i find it odd that there was a recall of this part, but my car was not part of the recall. that was $154 plus labor to replace the safety belt retractor. *jb
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
11/23/19941
 Anti lock brakes malfuctioned, dealer or manufacturer can't seem to get the part. tt
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
08/21/19901
 During brake application vehicle pulls violently to the left. tt
SUSPENSION - FRONT
07/03/19963
 Vehicle pulls to left when brakes applied. (attorney for client) *dh
SUSPENSION - REAR
307/01/1997
 With original type goodyear tires, the car seems to go into an oversteer condition when foot taken off of accelerator and steering turned slightly. car spins out. first time accidental. i can be on a freeway going straight, turn the steering slightly to the right, then to the left a little and let up on the gas and the car goes into a spin down the freeway. a fellow i worked with in california says this is normal, not for the year, but for all corvettes of this body style. has happened 3 times. contacted chevrolet dealership, they said there is not a problem with the car.*ak
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
08/09/1999501/01/1994
 Sudden acceleration/vehicle coming to a stop when accelerated into a brick house /stalling problems
06/01/199806/29/1990
 Sudden acceleration while stopped. sys warning light flashed at the time and check engine soon light flashes quickly.
VISIBILITY
01/01/1990
 Windshield delamination
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
103/01/1999
 Experiencing front windshield wiper failure during moderate / heavy rainstorms, resulting in poor visibility and possible collision. *yc

Car dealers selling


StateCityZipNamePhone
PAWILKES BARRE18701VALLEY CHEVORLET(570) 821-2778