The driver and passenger seat belts were anchored to the door, if the door opened, the passenger was not secure.
The worst 1990 Chevrolet Caprice problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration2
- Seat belts2
- Electrical1
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Acceleration2
- Seat belts2
- Electrical1
- Wheels1
Recalls 1
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- What is wrong
- Plastic fuel filter assemblies may develop leaks.
- Risk
- Fuel leaks could result in a vehicle fire due to staticcharge build ups found in the plastic fuel lines and fuel filter which may actas an ignition source.
- Remedy
- Replace plastic assembly with metal fuel filter and bracket.
Recall number 90V096000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Throttle sticking/binding
There is no summary currently available
EA93012
R seat belt webbing length
There is no summary currently available
PE92079
Technical service bulletins for the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1990 Chevrolet Caprice fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 |
| 5.0L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 22-23 | 18 |
| 5.7L 8‑cyl | RWD | 13 | 18 | 15 |
What 1990 Chevrolet Caprice owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The driver and passenger seat belts were attached to the door. Consumer stated if an accident were to occur and the door opened, the driver and/or passenger may fall out.
While traveling at 35 MPH left front rim, broken from center and wheel disconnected from vehicle, causing vehicle to fall down on its left hud. It damaged left fender. Unable to contact manufacturer at this time. Please feel free to provide any further dtails on this matter.
When driving and without prior warning the vehicle dies out, causing the vehicle to stop in the middle of traffic.
While putting vehicle in reverse, vehicle experienced sudden acceleration, consumer was standing on the brake pedal and the vehicle would not stop, the vehicle stopped after crashing into a cement pole, consumer has been in physical therapy for pain and numbness in the neck and left hand, 2 people were injured in accident.
Engine idles high, when car is put into drive it accelerates on its own.
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Questions about the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice
Is the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice, close to a typical Caprice model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice?
Acceleration and speed control, with 2 complaints. Next is seat belts (2).
How many recalls does the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice have?
1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.
What year does the Chevrolet Caprice have the most acceleration problems?
The Chevrolet Caprice model years with the most acceleration complaints are 1991 (18 complaints) and 1994 (11 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice get?
Official estimates for the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice range from 15 to 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.3L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 17 city and 24 highway.
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