- The problem
- The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
- The risk
- The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.
Vehicle safety record
1990 Eagle Summit Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1990 Eagle Summit with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (5) and the wheels & tires (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 injury. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 1995 for the buckle assembly. For comparison, the 1989 has 12 and the 1991 has 13.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Summit year, for its age
#137 most complained-about 1990 vehicle
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1990 Eagle Summit problems
Share of all 6 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1990 Eagle Summit recalls 1
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
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6 complaints about the 1990 Eagle Summit
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The tread of the left rear tire separated while driving, the set of tires were purchased the day before, the consumer exchanged that set for another brand (firestone weatherwise p155/80). Nlm
No parts; the dealer is suppose to call when the parts are in , but it has been three months and still no parts. 95V-103.003. *Ak
The front passenger automatic restraint system will not always go into the restraining position therefore not protecting the occupant. *Ak
Occasionally drivers motorized seat belt locks in postion. Occupant must use manual release to exit the vehicle. *Ak
The front automatic seatbelts restrain so hard that it chokes the occupants. Please describe. *Ak
Passenger and driver seat back collapsed during rearend collision. Tt
Eagle Summit: every year compared
All Summit years1990 Eagle Summit vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Eagle Summit | 6 | 1 | A | |
| 1990 Eagle Talon | 73 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 1990 Eagle Premier | 26 | 6 | 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 Eagle Summit
Does the 1990 Eagle Summit have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1990 Eagle Summit: buckle assembly (May 1995). 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 Eagle Summit?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (5), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 1990 Eagle Summit had?
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 13, 1995 and the latest on March 2, 2001. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1990 Eagle Summit a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 82 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Eagle Summit 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 Eagle Summit years have the most complaints?
1993 (92), 1992 (45), 1995 (31). See every Eagle Summit year compared.
What should I do if my 1990 Eagle Summit 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