CarRecallWatchThe 1990 Pontiac Firebird has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 3 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (4 reports).
1990 Pontiac Firebird recalls
Most common 1990 Pontiac Firebird problems
Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
What owners report
INSIDE PLASTIC PARTS BROKE ON DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT. REPLACEMENT DOES NOT STAY BUCKLED. RECALLS - SEARCH RESULTS SEARCH RESULTS REPORT DATE : DECEMBER 2, 2014 AT 11:21 PM NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 90V105000 VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S): CHEVROLET / CAMARO 1984-1990 PONTIAC / FIREBIRD 1984-1990 MANUFACTURER: GENERAL MOTORS CORP. REPORT RECEIPT DATE: MAY 14, 1990 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 90V105000 NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: EA90001 COMPONENT: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 1,500,000 SUMMARY: PLASTIC COMPONENTS OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES DO NOT CONTAIN AN ULTRA VIOLET STABILIZER, AND EXPOSURE TO DIRECT S
PURCHASSED CAR 9/98 FROM ACCENT AUTO ANOTHER CHANCE FINANCE, RETURNED TO DEALER WITH OVERHEATING PROBLEMS NEXT DAY. THEY SAID IT WAS A MINOR PROBLEM & SAID IT WAS FIXED. CONTINUED TO OVERHEAT, WAS BROUGHT BACK TO DEALER AT LEAST 1 TIME A MONTH. TOOK IT TO OTHER MECHANICS AND HAD MANY ITEMS FIXED BECAUSE OF OVERHEATING. FOUND OUT THAT THE ENGINE WAS NOT THE RIGHT ENGINE FOR THE CAR. CONTINUED TO HAVE HEATING PROBLEMS. THE DEALER SAID THEY WOULD REPAIR THE PROBLEM AGAIN, THEY DID NOT. THE CAR STARTED BACKFIRING AND DIED. THE DEALER TOWED THE CAR, SAID THEY WOULD PUT ANOTHER ENGINE IN. THIS TOOK 3/4WKS, I PICKED IT UP GOT TO WORK AND THE ENGINE DID THE SAME BACKFIRE & HEATING AS BEFORE. THEY TO
THE AIR BAG IS COMING OUT CONSTANTLY FROM THE STEERING WHEEL FOR ANY REASON.PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
THE AIR BAG IS COMING OUT CONSTANTLY FROM THE STEERING WHEEL FOR ANY REASON.PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY IN A FRONTAL COLLISION (12:00) AT 45 MPH. TT
1990 Pontiac Firebird questions
Does the 1990 Pontiac Firebird have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1990 Pontiac Firebird: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Pontiac Firebird?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (4), Electrical System (2), Steering (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1990 Pontiac Firebird has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.