1990 Eagle Premier
Only 25 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 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1988 | 62 |
| 1989 | 69 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 50 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 25 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
8 of 25 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing heater core and rearview mirrors/devices.
6 of 25 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing anchorage and warning light/devices.
6 of 25 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing cooling system and gas recirculation valve (egr valve).
FIREShow complaint excerpts
COOLANT BOTTLE MELTS, CAUSING FLUID TO DRIP, SMOKE AND CATCH FIRE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950306
6 of 25 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and module.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE: VEHICLE PARKED OUTSIDE OF GARAGE DOOR. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19951018
5 of 25 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
SAFETY TIMELINE
LOWER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT MAY SEPARATE AT THE RUBBER ISOLATED COUPLING OF THE SHAFT.
Remedy: REPLACE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT WITH A SHAFT CONTAINING A RESTRAINED COUPLING.
Campaign 90V058000 — check if this car was fixed
ROUTING OF THE FRONT BRAKE HOSE MAY CAUSE EXCESSIVE HOSE FLEXING RESULTING IN PREMATURE FATIGUE CRACKING OF THE OUTER HOSE COVER.
Remedy: REPLACE FRONT BRAKE HOSES WITH HOSES REDESIGNED TO PROVIDE A MODIFIED ROUTING CONFIGURATION.
Campaign 90V205000 — check if this car was fixed
REAR BRAKE TUBE ROUTING IS CONTACTED BY FUEL TANK HEAT SHIELD WHEN SUSPENSION IS IN FULL JOUNCE POSITION. THIS DAMAGES THE BRAKE FLUID TUBE, CAUSING A LEAK.
Remedy: MODIFY HEAT SHIELD TO ELIMINATE POTENTIAL FOR SHIELD CONTACTING BRAKE TUBE.
Campaign 91V027000 — check if this car was fixed
AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILS
THE END CAP CONNECTING THE HEAT EXCHANGER'S CORE TO THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM COULD RUPTURE AND ALLOW HOT COOLANT TO ESCAPE INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
Remedy: A COOLANT TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED HEATER CORE FLUID BYPASS VALVE WILL BE INSTALLED.
Campaign 94V006000 — check if this car was fixed
ABS BRAKING MALFUNCTION
THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT SYSTEMS CAN MALFUNCTION AND BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SYSTEM TRACK AND DRIVE ASSEMBLY ON AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT SYSTEMS WHICH ARE CURRENTLY INOPERATIVE AND THOSE SYSTEMS WHEN THEY BECOME INOPERATIVE IN THE FUTURE.
Campaign 95V213000 — check if this car was fixed
BRAKE DISC/HUB SEPARATION
BRAKE DISC/HUB SEPARATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMP
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE ROTORS WITH ROTORS THAT ARE COATED WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION.
Campaign 98V005000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Eagle Premier — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 90V058000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90V205000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V027000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V006000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V213000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V005000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1990 Eagle Premier 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 Eagle Premier?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Eagle Premier have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-08-03 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.