1990 Chevrolet K25

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1990 Chevrolet K25
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:54:57.241Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

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

1988: 7 complaints 1988 1989: 5 complaints 1990: 2 complaints 1990 2 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1996: 6 complaints 1996
1988: 7 complaints 1988 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 2 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996
1988: 7 complaints 1988 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 2 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996

1990: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19810
19820
19830
19840
19850
19860
19887
19895
19902
19911
19922
19934
199412
199512
19966

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving at any speed have problem in controling vehicle, will not go in direction in which its driven. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-01-19

Power train

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing seal.

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Rear end washer was loose when consumer was driving the grease leaked out . Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-07

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.

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Chevrolet K25 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 90V108000 · Service brakes, hydraulic

FAQ

Is the 1990 Chevrolet K25 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 K25?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Chevrolet K25 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.