MYRModel Year Report

1990 Chevrolet Corsica

▲ Better than typical
1990 Chevrolet Corsica
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:52.185Z

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
55
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
6

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Seat belts

35% of complaints

Complaints per year

1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 50 complaints 1989: 66 complaints 1990: 55 complaints 1990 55 1991: 111 complaints 1992: 129 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1993 1994: 124 complaints 1995: 103 complaints 1995 1996: 110 complaints 1997: 1 complaint 1997
1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 50 complaints 1988 1989: 66 complaints 1989 1990: 55 complaints 1990 55 1991: 111 complaints 1991 1992: 129 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1993 1994: 124 complaints 1994 1995: 103 complaints 1995 1996: 110 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997
1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 50 complaints 1988 1989: 66 complaints 1989 1990: 55 complaints 1990 55 1991: 111 complaints 1991 1992: 129 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1993 1994: 124 complaints 1994 1995: 103 complaints 1995 1996: 110 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997

1990: 55 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19872
198850
198966
199055
1991111
1992129
1993101
1994124
1995103
1996110
19971

Known problem areas

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

Seat belts

35% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Seat belt failed to retract during an accident, resulting in an injury.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-02

Vehicle was impacted at 6:00 position, vehicle was at complete stop, lap/shoulder belt on drivers side did not retract causing injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-07-14

Electrical system

33% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and ignition.

FIRE

Engine and engine cooling

16% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

Seats

11% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing recliner.

CRASHINJURY

Steering

9% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and rack.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 6 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1990-04-19Seat belts90V065000 Owner's manuals were printed with rear center seat belt information omitted.

    Remedy: Insert missing information into owners manual.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1990-08-29Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-01-23 Fuel tank separation
  3. R
    1991-12-18Seat belts91V206000 The front shoulder belt retractors may have reduced sensitivity of the lock-up feature and would not function in a sudden deceleration or crash.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. I
    1992-02-24Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-06-26 Sticking throttle
  5. I
    1992-04-22Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-08-31 Park brake handle failure
  6. I
    1992-06-26Engineering analysisClosed 1994-01-31 Sticking throttle
  7. I
    1992-07-16Engineering analysisClosed 1993-07-08 Fr.seat belt buckle fails
  8. I
    1993-02-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-06-30 Fuel filter fires

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Chevrolet Corsica — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 18 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 90V065000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 91V206000 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1990 Chevrolet Corsica reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Chevrolet Corsica?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Chevrolet Corsica 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.