- The problem
- The 19.5 X 6 front steel wheel disc cracks outside the mounting bolt circle and ends at the hub's diameter.
- The risk
- If the cracking goes unnoticed, the center portion of thedisc will crack completely and eventually the rim portion of the wheel couldseparate from the center section which could result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Replace all six (seven if there is a spare) defective wheels with newly designed wheels.
Vehicle safety record
1990 GMC P3 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1990 GMC P3 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in September 1992 for the wheels.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical P3 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1990 GMC P3 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
- Brakes may have missing rear axle outer bearing retaining ring and or greater than specified bearing end play. Either condition allows the rotor and hub assembly to shift position relative to the spindle. This movement can cause brake caliper piston recede farther than normal into the piston bore which would require greater than normal brake fluid displacement when the service brakes are applied.
- The risk
- This condition leads to increased stopping distance, andshould minimum stopping distance be required, it could result in an accidentwithout warning.
- The fix
- REPLACE BOTH REAR AXLE HUBS.
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No complaints about the 1990 GMC P3 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
GMC P3: every year compared
All P3 years1990 GMC P3 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 GMC P3 | 0 | 2 | D | |
| 1990 GMC 1500 | 8 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1990 GMC C1500 | 7 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1990 GMC C2500 | 5 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1990 GMC C Series(light) | 3 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1990 GMC C15 | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1990 GMC C Series | 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 GMC P3
Does the 1990 GMC P3 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1990 GMC P3: wheels (September 1992); caliper (July 1991). 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 GMC P3 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1990 GMC P3 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical GMC P3 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.
What should I do if my 1990 GMC P3 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