1990 Isuzu Amigo

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1990 Isuzu Amigo
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:16.116Z

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.

Complaints
5

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1987: 1 complaint 1987 1989: 1 complaint 1990: 5 complaints 1990 5 1991: 5 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1997: 1 complaint 1998: 78 complaints 1998 1999: 70 complaints 2000: 10 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2002: 1 complaint 2002
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 5 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 78 complaints 1998 1999: 70 complaints 1999 2000: 10 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 5 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 78 complaints 1998 1999: 70 complaints 1999 2000: 10 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002

1990: 5 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19850
19860
19871
19891
19905
19915
19926
19932
19945
19971
199878
199970
200010
20010
20021

Known problem areas

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

Power train

2 of 5 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.

Wheels

1 of 5 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing hubcap/cover.

Show complaint excerpts

Convertible top leaks.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-20

Also filed under Visibility and structure

Visibility

1 of 5 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing rear window.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing linkages.

Tires

1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1993-07-22Trailer hitches93E023000 The weld on the receiver unit of the trailer hitch can break.

    Remedy: Replace the trailer hitch.

  2. I
    1995-03-10Engineering analysisClosed 1995-08-02 Takata seat belt buckle failure

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Isuzu Amigo — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93E023000 · Trailer hitches

FAQ

Is the 1990 Isuzu Amigo 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 Isuzu Amigo?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Isuzu Amigo have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.