1990 Eagle Talon
This year had 30% to 100% more 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 73 |
| 1991 | 104 |
| 1992 | 56 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 209 |
| 1996 | 44 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
29% of complaints: power train — 21 distinct reports on file.
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DEALERSHIP/MANUFACTURER IS NO LONGER HONORING TRANSFER CASE RECALL 98/V/069/002.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020828
19% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 14 distinct reports on file.
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I BOUGHT FALKEN ZIEX 502 TIRES OFF OF EBAY. THE BELT SNAPPED AND I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT VIBRATION SINCE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040426
12% of complaints: power train — 9 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
OPERATION OF SUNROOF IN "NON-STANDARD" MANNER MAY CAUSE MALE HINGE DISENGAGEMENT FROM THE ROOF HINGE RECEIVER.
Remedy: REPLACE MALE HINGE WITH A MODIFIED VERSION TO INCREASE ROOF HINGE RECEIVER RETENTION ABILITY.
Campaign 90V056001 — check if this car was fixed
DILUTED PRIMER MAY HAVE BEEN USED ON THE WINDSHIELD OPENING FLANGES PRIOR TO WINDSHIELD GLASS INSTALLATION WHICH WOULD NOT PROVIDE THE RETENTION REQUIRED BY FMVSS 212.
Remedy: REPLACE WINDSHIELDS, ASSOCIATED PARTS, AND PRIMER.
Campaign 90V106001 — check if this car was fixed
HOOD FLY-UP
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 OPERATE
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 A
Campaign 95V103003 — check if this car was fixed
TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP
TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. LOCKUP OF THE TRANSFER CASE CAN OCCUR DUE TO INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR ADEQUACY OF THE TRANSFER CASE OIL VOLUME, TRANSFER CASE OIL LEAKAGE, AND OPERATIONAL DEGRADATION OF THE TRANSFER CASE MECHANISM. IF OIL VOLUME IS INSUFFICIENT, T
Campaign 98V069002 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Eagle Talon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 90V056001 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90V106001 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V103003 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V069002 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1990 Eagle Talon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1990 Eagle Talon is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Eagle Talon?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Eagle Talon have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.