MYRModel Year Report

1990 Buick Skylark

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1990 Buick Skylark
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:52:38.618Z

Only 19 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 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
19

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 3 complaints 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1986: 8 complaints 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 14 complaints 1989: 4 complaints 1990: 19 complaints 1990 19 1991: 38 complaints 1992: 32 complaints 1993: 48 complaints 1993 1994: 69 complaints 1995: 86 complaints 1996: 85 complaints 1996 1997: 79 complaints 1998: 24 complaints 2000: 1 complaint 2000
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 3 complaints 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 8 complaints 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 8 complaints 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 14 complaints 1989: 4 complaints 1990: 19 complaints 1990 19 1991: 38 complaints 1992: 32 complaints 1993: 48 complaints 1993 1994: 69 complaints 1995: 86 complaints 1995 1996: 85 complaints 1997: 79 complaints 1997 1998: 24 complaints 2000: 1 complaint 2000
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 3 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 8 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 14 complaints 1988 1989: 4 complaints 1989 1990: 19 complaints 1990 19 1991: 38 complaints 1991 1992: 32 complaints 1992 1993: 48 complaints 1993 1994: 69 complaints 1994 1995: 86 complaints 1995 1996: 85 complaints 1996 1997: 79 complaints 1997 1998: 24 complaints 1998 2000: 1 complaint 2000

1990: 19 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19811
19823
19831
19848
19856
19868
19870
198814
19894
199019
199138
199232
199348
199469
199586
199685
199779
199824
20001

Known problem areas

Only 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

8 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and ignition.

Engine and engine cooling

5 of 19 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and gasoline.

Power train

4 of 19 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing torque converter and seal.

Show complaint excerpts

Transmission makes a loud jolting bang when shifting into gear whether it is in drive,reverse or park. Driver almost lost control of car when in drive gear.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-06

Steering

4 of 19 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and rack and pinion.

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Steering rack and pinion as well as gear box. Severe grinding noise when turning the steering wheel,even at a slight turn. Been repaired but it is still doing it.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-06

Suspension

3 of 19 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing wheel bearing and stabilizer bar.

Show complaint excerpts

Stabilizer bar bushings failed, causing front end noise, also replaced mcpherson strut.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-23

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    1990-04-18Fuel system, gasoline90V119000 Improperly torqued connections of front fuel feed and return hoses to fuel pipes at the body rail could loosen and leak fuel into the underhood area.

    Remedy: Properly torque the front fuel feed and return hoses at the body rail lines to prevent fuel leakage.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1992-04-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-08-14 Brake caliper corrosion
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    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 Skylark — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 90V119000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1990 Buick Skylark 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 Skylark?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Buick Skylark have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

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