MYRModel Year Report

1990 Pontiac Trans Sport

▲ Better than typical
1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:44:30.577Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Pontiac Trans Sport Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1986: 1 complaints 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 45 complaints 1990 1991: 36 complaints 1992: 76 complaints 1993: 61 complaints 1993 1994: 98 complaints 1995: 113 complaints 1996: 61 complaints 1996 1997: 236 complaints 1998: 227 complaints 1999: 10 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003
1990: 45 complaints
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YearComplaints
19841
19861
19890
199045
199136
199276
199361
199498
1995113
199661
1997236
1998227
199910
20002
20013
20020
20033

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STRUCTURE 18%

18% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file.

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DT: THE CONTACT WAS SLOWING DOWN TO MAKE A TURN WHEN THE ENGINE CRADLE MALFUNCTIONED DUE TO RUST. THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION NEARLY FELL OUT OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20051031

SEAT BELTS 11%

11% of complaints: seat belts — 5 distinct reports on file.

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DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT, ALLOWING SEAT BELT TO FULLY EXTEND TO THE END. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19950221

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 11%

11% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file.

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ENGINE KNOCK PRIOR TO RECALL. *AW

NHTSA ODI report, 19950518

STRUCTURE 9%

9% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file.

VISIBILITY 7%

7% of complaints: visibility — 3 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19891002 — seats

THE REAR MODULAR SEAT FRAME HOLD-DOWN HOOKS MAY NOT MEET THE REQUIRED PULL FORCE AT THE REAR SET ANCHORAGE.

Remedy: REPLACE REAR HOLD DOWN HOOKS AND PIVOT RIVETS WITH HEAT TREATED HARDWARE.

Campaign 89V164000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19920106 — seat belts

A RIGHT HAND SEAT/SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IN THE SECOND ROW LEFT HAND SEAT POSITION (DIRECTLY BEHIND DRIVER).

Remedy: REPLACE SHOULDER BELT ASSEMBLY.

Campaign 91V046000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19920604 — PE (closed 19921030)

APV FUEL LINE FIRES

I 19920609 — DP (closed 19920625)

APV FIRES

R 19920611 — structure

THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR WILL NOT REMAIN CLOSED DURING CERTAIN LOAD FORCES ASSOCIATED WITH A VEHICLE CRASH. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 201.

Remedy: REPLACE THE CURRENT UPPER GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR WITH A REDESIGNED UPPER GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR WHICH INCORPORATES A POSITIVE LATCH TO KEEP THE DOOR CLOSED SHOULD A VEHICLE CRASH OCCUR.

Campaign 92V012000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19921030 — EA (closed 19931130)

APV FUEL LINE FIRES

I 19961115 — PE (closed 19970408)

ALLEGED ENGINE SUBFRAME MOUNT/INSULATOR

I 19970407 — PE (closed 19970930)

FRONT SEAT BACK COLLAPSE

R 19970611 — structure

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MINI VANS ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE,

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.

Campaign 97V058000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19970930 — EA (closed 19990608)

FRONT SEAT BACK COLLAPSE

I 19971002 — RQ (open)

CRADLE BOLT FAILURES

I 19990304 — RQ (open)

ENGINE CRADLE SEPARATION

I 20000410 — EA (closed 20010112)

ENGINE CRADLE SEPARATION

R Date not on file — seats

THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH FRONT BUCKET SEATS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN OR REPLACE THE BOLTS AT NO CHARGE TO THE OWNERS. THIS POLICY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL JUNE 30, 2002.

Campaign 99I003000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1990 Pontiac Trans Sport — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 99I003000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 89V164000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 91V046000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 92V012000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 97V058000 (structure) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1991 ● 1993 ● 1996

WORST YEARS

■ 1997 ■ 1998 ◆ 1995

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FAQ

Is the 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport?

The most-reported component is structure:frame and members, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.