Model year guide

1990 Pontiac bonneville

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1990 Pontiac bonneville is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1990 Pontiac bonneville — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1990 Pontiac bonneville at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints44
Combined19 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1990 Pontiac bonneville recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #06E043000 · 19/05/2006

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 C…

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).

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1990 Pontiac bonneville common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

1990 Pontiac bonneville MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume108 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$5,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1990 Pontiac bonneville costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Fuel only$17,750
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
198.8 in
Width
72.0 in
Height
55.5 in
Wheelbase
111.0 in
Curb weight
3,565 lb
Front track
61.4 in
Rear track
60.6 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1990 Pontiac bonneville. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

About the Pontiac bonneville

The Pontiac Bonneville is a model line of full-size or mid-size rear-wheel drive or front-wheel drive cars manufactured and marketed by Pontiac from 1957 until 2005.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1990 Pontiac bonneville trims & engines on record

Trims
SE
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl

1990 Pontiac bonneville vehicles on record

1990 Pontiac bonneville 1990 Pontiac bonneville SE1G2HX54C0L1269442

Other Pontiac bonneville model years

2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1996 1995 1994 1992

1990 Pontiac bonneville — frequently asked questions

Does the 1990 Pontiac bonneville have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1990 Pontiac bonneville. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1990 Pontiac bonneville?

Across all 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, hydraulic, seat belts.

What gas mileage does the 1990 Pontiac bonneville get?

The 1990 Pontiac bonneville has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (16 city / 25 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.