1990 Eagle Summit

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1990 Eagle Summit
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:54:04.524Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
6

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 6 complaints 1990 6 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 45 complaints 1992 1993: 92 complaints 1993 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 31 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 6 complaints 1990 6 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 45 complaints 1992 1993: 92 complaints 1993 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 31 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 6 complaints 1990 6 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 45 complaints 1992 1993: 92 complaints 1993 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 31 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996

1990: 6 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
198912
19906
199112
199245
199392
199415
199531
19962

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

4 of 6 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

Occasionally drivers motorized seat belt locks in postion. Occupant must use manual release to exit the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-05-08

The front automatic seatbelts restrain so hard that it chokes the occupants. Please describe.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-05-06

Tires

1 of 6 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

Seats

1 of 6 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing recliner.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Passenger and driver seat back collapsed during rearend collision. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-13

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1995-12-13Seat belts95V103003 The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "Press." If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to…

    Remedy: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles…

  2. I
    1996-01-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-06-28 Auto shoulder belt failure
  3. I
    1996-06-28Engineering analysisClosed 1997-06-12 Automatic shoulder belt failure

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Eagle Summit — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Seats: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V103003 · Seat belts

FAQ

Is the 1990 Eagle Summit 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 Summit?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Eagle Summit have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-03 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.