1990 Chevrolet C25

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1990 Chevrolet C25
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:05:16.750Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint 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, Chevrolet C25 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1981: 0 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1988: 3 complaints 1988 1989: 3 complaints 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 6 complaints 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 11 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1990: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19810
19820
19830
19840
19850
19860
19883
19893
19901
19911
19926
19936
19949
199511
19962

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING, FROM REARVIEW MIRROR, NOTICED SMOKE, PULLED OVER, SMOKE WAS COMING FROM UNDER DASH;WITHIN MOMENTS, INTENSE FLAMES COMING FROM UNDER DASH. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960430

WHILE DRIVING, FROM REARVIEW MIRROR, NOTICED SMOKE, PULLED OVER, SMOKE WAS COMING FROM UNDER DASH;WITHIN MOMENTS, INTENSE FLAMES COMING FROM UNDER DASH. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960430

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19900615 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

Campaign 90V108000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1990 Chevrolet C25 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 90V108000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1990 Chevrolet C25 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 C25?

The most-reported component is electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Chevrolet C25 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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