MYRModel Year Report

1990 Oldsmobile Calais

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1990 Oldsmobile Calais
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:38.790Z

Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
12

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990 12
1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990 12
1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990 12

1990: 12 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19840
19853
19867
19875
198818
198918
199012

Known problem areas

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

5 of 12 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

Vehicle speed control

2 of 12 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASHINJURY

Structure

2 of 12 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing trunk lid and body.

Service brakes

2 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Visibility

1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1990-04-18Fuel system, gasoline90V119000 Improperly torqued connections of front fuel feed and return hoses to fuel pipes at the body rail could loosen and leak fuel into the underhood area.

    Remedy: Properly torque the front fuel feed and return hoses at the body rail lines to prevent fuel leakage.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Oldsmobile Calais — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 90V119000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 Oldsmobile Calais 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 Oldsmobile Calais?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Oldsmobile Calais have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.