1990 Isuzu Impulse
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
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1990
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1990: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 5 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Constant stalling and/or high revving of engine. Stalling usually occurs when comming out of gear and idle goes down to 500RPMS or lower and stalls out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-01
Engine idle jumps above 3000 RPM after pulling to a stop. Will occasionally return to normal after several minutes. Car races and accelerates uncontrollably with clutch engaged until idle speed returns to normal.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-07-07
Seat belts
2 of 5 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.
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Owner received recall notice, took vehicle to dealer and was told parts were unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-07-30
Seat belt buckle failed after recall repairs.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-01
Electrical system
1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1992-07-16Air bags92V091000 The steering wheel center hub can fracture during certain frontal and near frontal vehicle collisions.
Remedy: A steering wheel reinforcement plate and nut will be added to the steering wheel hub.
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1995-03-10Engineering analysisClosed 1995-08-02 Takata seat belt buckle failure
Buy-smart checklist
1990 Isuzu Impulse — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 92V091000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 1990 Isuzu Impulse 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 Impulse?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1990 Isuzu Impulse 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.