1990 Pontiac Lemans
Only 25 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 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 25
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1990
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1990: 25 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 18 |
Known problem areas
Only 25 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
8 of 25 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and webbing.
Service brakes
7 of 25 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
4 of 25 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and floor shift assembly.
Show complaint excerpts
Unexpected sudden acceleration when shifting automatic transmission into reverse. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-27
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Vehicle speed control
2 of 25 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
When car is in reverse car accelerates . Ttconsumer states without foot being on the pedal.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-08
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 25 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and cooling system.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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1991-07-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-11-04 Front brake disc/hub sep
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1993-09-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-01-31 Auto restraint syst. Fails
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1993-12-16Seat belts93V154000 The safety belt buckle assemblies may not latch or may not release due to the fracture of the red release push button.
Remedy: Replace or repair the safety belt buckles.
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1994-01-31Engineering analysisClosed 1995-01-19 Auto restraint system fail
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1995-02-22Seat belts94V248000 Insufficient lubrication in the guide track rail in which the shoulder belt carrier moves causing a chattering noise, momentary binding while traveling, cycling back and forth, or stops completely.
Remedy: Dealers will lubricate the track system on these vehicles.
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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).
Buy-smart checklist
1990 Pontiac Lemans — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 93V154000 · Seat belts
- Recall 94V248000 · Seat belts
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1990 Pontiac Lemans 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 Pontiac Lemans?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1990 Pontiac Lemans have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.