1990 Chevrolet Silverado: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1990 Chevrolet Silverado: 0 recalls, 25 owner complaints.
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Before 1999, Silverado was a trim level on Chevrolet's C/K pickup, not a separate model. Owners often file these reports under the trim name. For the full picture, also see the 1990 C1500, 1990 K1500, 1990 C2500, 1990 K2500.
Recalls
No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (hydraulic) (10): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Seat belts (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Tires (3): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (3).
- Engine & cooling (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1990 Chevrolet Silverado has 25 owner complaints, ranking #26 of 28 Silverado model years for complaints (well below the 312 average). Complaints peaked in 2000 (10 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 10 years old, at a median of 88,500 miles. Neighboring years: 1991 (17 complaints, 0 recalls).
FAQ
Does the 1990 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?
NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 1990 Chevrolet Silverado. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.
What are the most common 1990 Chevrolet Silverado problems?
Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (hydraulic) (10), seat belts (4), tires (3).
Where can I get a 1990 Chevrolet Silverado repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.