Is the 1990 GMC C2500 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 GMC C2500?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 GMC C2500 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

1990 GMC C2500

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1990 GMC C2500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:40.725Z

Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 5
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

1990: 5 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1980	0
1981	0
1982	0
1983	0
1984	0
1985	0
1986	0
1987	1
1988	2
1989	6
1990	5
1991	4
1992	3
1993	5
1994	8
1995	8
1996	6

Known problem areas

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

4 of 5 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.

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Front seat belts non-operational. Cable wire is comming apart. Passenger side seatbealt mechanism broken

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-06-16

Driver's shoulder/lap belt is inoperative, male won't go into female portion, due to plastic particles which fell inside from red push button.…

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-12-05

Structure

3 of 5 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and hinge and attachments.

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Driver and passenger side doors are falling off, pins on hinges were put on upside down. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-01-25

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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1990-10-24Seat belts90V170000 Trucks can contain incorrect instructions on how to properly adjust rear seat lap-shoulder belts as required by FMVSS 209.

Remedy: Provide owner's manual insert containing the correct rear lap-shoulder belt instructions.

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1992-12-08Engineering analysisClosed 1995-03-09 Fuel system integrity
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1993-03-13Power train93V016000 Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.

Remedy: Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.

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2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.…

Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

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Buy-smart checklist

1990 GMC C2500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Seat belts: 4 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 90V170000 · Seat belts
Recall 93V016000 · Power train
Recall 07E088000 · Equipment

FAQ

Is the 1990 GMC C2500 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 GMC C2500?: The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 GMC C2500 have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.