MYRModel Year Report

1990 Buick Electra

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1990 Buick Electra
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:57:42.519Z

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Buick Electra Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1981: 0 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 1 complaints 1985 1986: 12 complaints 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 5 complaints 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991
1990: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
19810
19820
19832
19842
19851
198612
19874
19885
19892
19905
19912

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 5 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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VEHICLE ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL RUNNING WILD HITTING BUILDING. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950512

SPEEDOMETER NOT WORKING CORRECTLY. MOVING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160222

STEERING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

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POWER STEERING HOSE FAILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980323

STEERING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

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OWNER STATES WHILE DRIVING THEIR IS WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM STEERING COLUM AREA. OWNER ALSO NOTES THAT THIS IS A INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. OWNER IS CONCERNED FOR HER SAFETY. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970430

POWER TRAIN

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19900703 — seat belts

OWNERS MANUALS DID NOT FULLY EXPLAIN HOW FRONT SHOULDER BELT COMFORT FEATURE WORKS.

Remedy: INSERT STICKER THAT PROVIDES MISSING INFORMATION IN OWNERS MANUALS.

Campaign 90V112000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN 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 MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL 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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1990 Buick Electra — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 90V112000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 Buick Electra reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1990 Buick Electra?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Buick Electra have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.