1990 Chevrolet Celebrity
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1990
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1990: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 37 |
| 1987 | 46 |
| 1988 | 39 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
2 of 7 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tube and sidewall.
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No failure, yet. Have two b f goodrich tires DOT BFJ7TT61 P185/75R14 89 s m+s note indentations, on side wall about 1/16 inch deep by .75 to 1 inch wide running from rim to tread. Is this a problem?
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-05-11
Steering
1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing rack and pinion.
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Power steering rack and pinion seal failed, causing all the power steering fluid to leak out twice/binding.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-03-07
Service brakes
1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing gear position indication (prndl).
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Tl*the contact owns a 1990 Chevrolet Celebrity. While driving 15 MPH, the contact was unable to see which gear he was driving in and crashed into the rear of a vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-08-20
Also filed under Electrical system
Parking brake
1 of 7 total reports mentions: parking brake, most commonly citing linkage and cable.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1992-09-24Seats92V124000 The power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short.
Remedy: Repair any abraded wiring and reroute the wiring harness using a wiring harness clip.
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1994-06-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-12-30 Sub-frame absorber failure
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1995-10-19Seat belts95V173000 These vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. This does not comply with FMVSS no.210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. Additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.
Buy-smart checklist
1990 Chevrolet Celebrity — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 92V124000 · Seats
- Recall 95V173000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 1990 Chevrolet Celebrity 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 Celebrity?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1990 Chevrolet Celebrity have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.