MYRModel Year Report

1990 Buick Lesabre

▲ Better than typical
1990 Buick Lesabre
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:44:46.443Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
47
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

28% of complaints

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 5 complaints 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 16 complaints 1987: 44 complaints 1988: 21 complaints 1989: 27 complaints 1990: 47 complaints 1990 47 1991: 30 complaints 1992: 191 complaints 1993: 196 complaints 1994: 168 complaints 1994 1995: 178 complaints 1996: 98 complaints 1997: 394 complaints 1997 1998: 400 complaints 1999: 209 complaints 2000: 669 complaints 2000 2001: 328 complaints 2002: 310 complaints 2003: 164 complaints 2003 2004: 162 complaints 2005: 77 complaints 2006: 3 complaints 2006
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 5 complaints 1984 1985: 5 complaints 1986: 16 complaints 1986 1987: 44 complaints 1988: 21 complaints 1988 1989: 27 complaints 1990: 47 complaints 1990 47 1991: 30 complaints 1992: 191 complaints 1992 1993: 196 complaints 1994: 168 complaints 1994 1995: 178 complaints 1996: 98 complaints 1996 1997: 394 complaints 1998: 400 complaints 1998 1999: 209 complaints 2000: 669 complaints 2000 2001: 328 complaints 2002: 310 complaints 2002 2003: 164 complaints 2004: 162 complaints 2004 2005: 77 complaints 2006: 3 complaints 2006
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 5 complaints 1984 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 16 complaints 1986 1987: 44 complaints 1987 1988: 21 complaints 1988 1989: 27 complaints 1989 1990: 47 complaints 1990 47 1991: 30 complaints 1991 1992: 191 complaints 1992 1993: 196 complaints 1993 1994: 168 complaints 1994 1995: 178 complaints 1995 1996: 98 complaints 1996 1997: 394 complaints 1997 1998: 400 complaints 1998 1999: 209 complaints 1999 2000: 669 complaints 2000 2001: 328 complaints 2001 2002: 310 complaints 2002 2003: 164 complaints 2003 2004: 162 complaints 2004 2005: 77 complaints 2005 2006: 3 complaints 2006

1990: 47 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19810
19821
19831
19845
19855
198616
198744
198821
198927
199047
199130
1992191
1993196
1994168
1995178
199698
1997394
1998400
1999209
2000669
2001328
2002310
2003164
2004162
200577
20063

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

28% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and module.

Vehicle speed control

17% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing linkages and accelerator pedal.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

When the vehicle was started it suddenly accelerated and caused an accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-02

Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration, crossed a roadway, and crashed into another parked vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-05

Vehicle accelerated uncontrollably, causing accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-09-04

Service brakes

17% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Engine and engine cooling

13% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and catalytic convertor.

Seat belts

13% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing webbing and buckle assembly.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Had an accident, lap belt held, but shoulder belt did not. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-12-27

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1992-04-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-08-14 Brake caliper corrosion
  2. R
    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 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…

    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).

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Buick Lesabre — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1990 Buick Lesabre reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1990 Buick Lesabre is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Buick Lesabre?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Buick Lesabre have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.