1990 Chevrolet Corvette
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.
1990 Chevrolet Corvette at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
1990 Chevrolet Corvette recalls 4
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE…
Fix: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE …
Fix: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
FUEL FEED AND RETURN LINE CONNECTORS HAVE INCORRECT LINE END FLARE CONFIGURATIONS.
Fix: INSTALL NEW FUEL LINES WITH CORRECT END FLARE CONFIGURATION.
UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE OPERATIONS AND OCCUPANT USAGE CONDITIONS, THE SAFETY BELTS CAN LOCKUP OR JAM IN THE SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR.
Fix: REPLACE THE SAFETY BELTS IF THE LOCKUP OCCURS.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
1990 Chevrolet Corvette common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1990 Chevrolet Corvette MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 1990 Chevrolet Corvette worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1990 Chevrolet Corvette costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($6,717) with the same model 5 model-years older ($4,860), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
1990 Chevrolet Corvette trims & engines on record
1990 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles on record
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1990 Chevrolet Corvette — frequently asked questions
Does the 1990 Chevrolet Corvette have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Chevrolet Corvette?
Based on 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are seat belts, air bags, visibility.
What gas mileage does the 1990 Chevrolet Corvette get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1990 Chevrolet Corvette at about 17 mpg combined (15 city / 23 highway).
How much is a 1990 Chevrolet Corvette worth?
Comparable 1990 Chevrolet Corvette listings run roughly $2,800–$18,950, typically around $6,717 (from 6 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.