MYRModel Year Report

1990 Oldsmobile Calais

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1990 Oldsmobile Calais
RENDERED 2026-09-16T16:04:04.159Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Oldsmobile Calais Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990
1990: 12 complaints
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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.

CRASH INJURY
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.

CRASH INJURY
VISIBILITY

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

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19900418 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

Campaign 90V119000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1990 Oldsmobile Calais — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 90V119000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.