- The problem
- 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 manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (To see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
- The risk
- This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
- The fix
- 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).
Vehicle safety record
1990 Buick Skylark Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the 1990 Buick Skylark with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (6) and the body, doors & structure (3). Those complaints describe 1 crash, 1 fire and 1 injury. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in May 2006 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1989 has 4 and the 1991 has 38.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Skylark year, for its age
#85 most complained-about 1990 vehicle
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1990 Buick Skylark problems
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1990 Buick Skylark recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Fuel leaks in the presence of an ignition source, couldresult in an underhood fire.
- The fix
- Properly torque the front fuel feed and return hoses at the body rail lines to prevent fuel leakage.
What owners say
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19 complaints about the 1990 Buick Skylark
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
1990 Buick skylark (quad 4 engine)-chronic stalling due to faulty lockup torque converter.Coil housing was replaced 3x in six years .Alldata lists tech. Service bulletins concerning these problems.Letters to gm and buick field zone office seeking restitution received no response whatsoever.*Ak
Transmission makes a loud jolting bang when shifting into gear whether it is in drive,reverse or park. Driver almost lost control of car when in drive gear. Also has a defective fuel line hose, which during morning car warm-up, car started smoking, which came from under car from the vac. Line(fuel line). Had the line repaired but tranny is still a problem.
Steering rack and pinion as well as gear box. Severe grinding noise when turning the steering wheel,even at a slight turn. Been repaired but it is still doing it.
Main rear bumper support has rusted away - it's gone. Gm claims because the warranty is expired, they are not responsible. The car only has approx 103,000 miles on it and the rest of the car is in great shape! All I want is a recall for them to replace this bumper so I can sell it with a clear concience!
Vehicle has been stalling intermittently, mostly at 50 mph. Also accelerates on its own intermittently. *Ak. Dealer replaced crank senor assembly.*Jb
Consumer has replaced alternator four times. A mechanic was telling him "alternator was built too fragile for amount of ampage." Please provide any additional information. *Ak
While driving and making turns vehicle is hard to steer. Contacted dealer . Steering mechanism has rusted and loosened from the firewalls.*Ak
STEERING WHEEL HORN FAILED.
REPLACED STARTER.
Paint chipping on vehicle causing extensive rust.
EXTERIOR BODY PAINT IS PEELING OFF VEHICLE. *AK
TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED.
Car ran off the road and the automatic seat belt did not lock which caused driver to hit head on the steering wheel. Please more information.*Ak
When applying the brakes, the vehicle engine shuts down and has to be restarted again. Please describe. *Ak
The alternator went out on the car at 19,000 miles purchase car new and the muffler had rough out was replaced . Tt
6 Way power driver seat became loose, causing involuntary movement. Tt
Vehicle stalls out with no warning while driving at any speed intermittently. Tt
During morning startup vehicle caught on fire due to hole in the vacuum line. Tt
Stabilizer bar bushings failed, causing front end noise, also replaced mcpherson strut. *Ak
Buick Skylark: every year compared
All Skylark years1990 Buick Skylark vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 19 | 2 | D | |
| 1990 Buick Regal | 80 | 9 | F | Compare |
| 1990 Buick Lesabre | 50 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1990 Buick Century | 33 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Buick Reatta | 29 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 1990 Buick Electra Park Ave | 20 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1990 Buick Riviera | 17 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 1990 Buick Estate | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1990 Buick Skylark
Does the 1990 Buick Skylark have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1990 Buick Skylark: fuel system, gasoline (May 2006); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (June 1990). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Buick Skylark?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (6), body, doors & structure (3), transmission & drivetrain (3).
How many complaints has the 1990 Buick Skylark had?
19 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 23, 1995 and the latest on August 31, 2003. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1990 Buick Skylark a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 29 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Buick Skylark year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Buick Skylark years have the most complaints?
1995 (90), 1996 (88), 1997 (87). See every Buick Skylark year compared.
What should I do if my 1990 Buick Skylark has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data