MYRModel Year Report

1990 Pontiac Bonneville

▲ Better than typical
1990 Pontiac Bonneville
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:53:54.237Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
39
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Service brakes

44% of complaints

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 1 complaint 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1986: 3 complaints 1987: 19 complaints 1987 1988: 17 complaints 1989: 28 complaints 1990: 39 complaints 1990 39 1991: 22 complaints 1992: 116 complaints 1993: 138 complaints 1993 1994: 89 complaints 1995: 244 complaints 1996: 150 complaints 1996 1997: 147 complaints 1998: 277 complaints 1999: 143 complaints 1999 2000: 214 complaints 2001: 129 complaints 2002: 89 complaints 2002 2003: 54 complaints 2004: 28 complaints 2005: 27 complaints 2005
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 1 complaint 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 3 complaints 1987: 19 complaints 1987 1988: 17 complaints 1989: 28 complaints 1990: 39 complaints 1990 39 1991: 22 complaints 1992: 116 complaints 1993: 138 complaints 1993 1994: 89 complaints 1995: 244 complaints 1995 1996: 150 complaints 1997: 147 complaints 1997 1998: 277 complaints 1999: 143 complaints 1999 2000: 214 complaints 2001: 129 complaints 2001 2002: 89 complaints 2003: 54 complaints 2003 2004: 28 complaints 2005: 27 complaints 2005
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 19 complaints 1987 1988: 17 complaints 1988 1989: 28 complaints 1989 1990: 39 complaints 1990 39 1991: 22 complaints 1991 1992: 116 complaints 1992 1993: 138 complaints 1993 1994: 89 complaints 1994 1995: 244 complaints 1995 1996: 150 complaints 1996 1997: 147 complaints 1997 1998: 277 complaints 1998 1999: 143 complaints 1999 2000: 214 complaints 2000 2001: 129 complaints 2001 2002: 89 complaints 2002 2003: 54 complaints 2003 2004: 28 complaints 2004 2005: 27 complaints 2005

1990: 39 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19811
19821
19830
19841
19851
19863
198719
198817
198928
199039
199122
1992116
1993138
199489
1995244
1996150
1997147
1998277
1999143
2000214
2001129
200289
200354
200428
200527

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

44% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Seat belts

15% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing buckle assembly and front.

Show complaint excerpts

Consumer has a problem with the seat belts not staying locked at all times while in motion. Mr

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-11

Consumer stated the front seat buckle did not latch properly. Mr

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-11-08

Vehicle speed control

8% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Shifted from park to drive, engine accelerated, vehicle lurched forward, accelerator went to floor, no warning, vehicle hit tree; note : reported by all state ins. Co.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-10-23

Seats

8% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing recliner.

Latches/locks/linkages

8% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing latch.

Show complaint excerpts

Area around plate that hold hood latch pin in place corroded, cracked and failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-12-26

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…

    Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Pontiac Bonneville — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 17 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1990 Pontiac Bonneville reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Pontiac Bonneville?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Pontiac Bonneville have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.