- The problem
- Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
- The risk
- This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
- The fix
- Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during november 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
Vehicle safety record
1990 Chevrolet Corvette Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1990 Chevrolet Corvette have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in October 2007 for the equipment.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Corvette year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1990 Chevrolet Corvette recalls 4
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
- 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).
- The problem
- Under certain vehicle operations and occupant usage conditions, the safety belts can lockup or jam in the safety belt retractor.
- The risk
- If lockup occurs, it is impossible to pull belt out ofthe retractor. The occupant of a seat with an unusable safety belt issubject to increased risk of injury or death in the event of a sudden stop oraccident.
- The fix
- REPLACE THE SAFETY BELTS IF THE LOCKUP OCCURS.
- The problem
- Fuel feed and return line connectors have incorrect line end flare configurations.
- The risk
- Line ends could crack causing a fuel leak that could result in an engine compartment fire.
- The fix
- Install new fuel lines with correct end flare configuration.
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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
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| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 0 | 4 | D | |
| 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 28 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1990 Toyota Supra | 4 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 1 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Volkswagen GTI | 0 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 0 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 0 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 70 | 7 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | 39 | 2 | C | 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 Chevrolet Corvette
Does the 1990 Chevrolet Corvette have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1990 Chevrolet Corvette: equipment (October 2007); fuel system, gasoline (May 2006); anchorage (September 1991); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (January 1990). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1990 Chevrolet Corvette had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1990 Chevrolet Corvette a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette years have the most complaints?
2016 (105), 2011 (85), 2010 (84). See every Chevrolet Corvette year compared.
What should I do if my 1990 Chevrolet Corvette 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