MYRModel Year Report

1990 Chevrolet C15

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1990 Chevrolet C15
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:40:53.317Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
8

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 2 complaints 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 12 complaints 1990: 8 complaints 1990 8 1991: 10 complaints 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 35 complaints 1994: 41 complaints 1994 1995: 60 complaints 1996: 26 complaints 1996
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 8 complaints 1990 8 1991: 10 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 35 complaints 1993 1994: 41 complaints 1994 1995: 60 complaints 1995 1996: 26 complaints 1996
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 8 complaints 1990 8 1991: 10 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 35 complaints 1993 1994: 41 complaints 1994 1995: 60 complaints 1995 1996: 26 complaints 1996

1990: 8 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19810
19820
19830
19841
19852
19865
19872
19889
198912
19908
199110
199214
199335
199441
199560
199626

Known problem areas

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

3 of 8 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

While driving, during side impact 3:00 on right front passenger side, at approx. 40MPH driver's shoulder/lap belt fail to retract, result hit steering column.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-10

Driver's side seat belt buckle latch failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-28

Structure

2 of 8 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

Service brakes

2 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Power train

1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing driveshaft.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1990-06-15Service brakes, hydraulic90V108000 Loose pivot bolt holding the brake pedal to its support bracket could disengage from the nut.

    Remedy: Retorque brake pedal pivot bolts to specifications to prevent loosening.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Chevrolet C15 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 90V108000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 Chevrolet C15 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 Chevrolet C15?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Chevrolet C15 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.