MYRModel Year Report

1990 Chevrolet Prizm

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1990 Chevrolet Prizm
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:54:05.331Z

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 Prizm Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1996: 1 complaints 1996 1998: 27 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 1999 2000: 24 complaints 2000 2001: 45 complaints 2001 2002: 19 complaints 2002
1990: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19901
19912
19961
199827
199936
200024
200145
200219

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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VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. CONSUMER SMELLED SOMETHING AND DETERMINED THAT VEHICLE WENT UP IN SMOKE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS NOTIFIED. *AK *LA

NHTSA ODI report, 20040226

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19950605 — PE (closed 19951026)

HOOD FLY UP

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1990 Chevrolet Prizm — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 Chevrolet Prizm 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 Prizm?

The most-reported component is electrical system:wiring:front underhood, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Chevrolet Prizm have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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