CarRecallWatchThe 1990 Pontiac Lemans has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (8 reports).
1990 Pontiac Lemans recalls
Most common 1990 Pontiac Lemans problems
Problem areas named in the 25 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
VEHICLE DOES NOT HAVE PRESSURE RELEASE VENT FOR THE WATER WHEN IT GETS HOT. THIS CAUSES THE PRESSURE TO BULID UP/ HOSES TO BUST, AND VEHICLE OVERHEATING. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
COMSUMER'S SON WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ABOUT 40MPH WHEN CLUTCH CABLE BROKE, LEAVING VEHICLE WITHOUT CLUTCH TO SHIFT GEAR ON HIGHWAY. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, BUT DIDN'T FIND ANY PROBLEM. *AK
WHILE DRIVING NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM DASH NEAR STEERING WHEEL, THEN SUDDENLY FLAMES CAME FROM DASH DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN WIRING HARNESS, VEHICLE INTERIOR WAS TOTALLED. *AK
DRIVER'S SIDE REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLE IS INOPERATIVE. *AK
THE BRAKE CALIPER WILL STICK IN CLOSED POSITION AROUND THE BRAKE DRUM, CAUSING PREMATURE WEAR OF THE BRAKE PADS. *AK
1990 Pontiac Lemans questions
Does the 1990 Pontiac Lemans have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1990 Pontiac Lemans: Seat Belts:Front:Webbing; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Pontiac Lemans?
Based on 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (8), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (8), Power Train (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 1990 Pontiac Lemans 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.