1990 Oldsmobile Calais: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1990 Oldsmobile Calais: 1 recall, 12 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #90V119000 · 1990 · 3,202 vehicles
What's wrong: Improperly torqued connections of front fuel feed and return hoses to fuel pipes at the body rail could loosen and leak fuel into the underhood area.
Why it matters: Fuel leaks in the presence of an ignition source, couldresult in an underhood fire.
The fix: Properly torque the front fuel feed and return hoses at the body rail lines to prevent fuel leakage.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (3): the most common themes are leaks (2).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (2): the most common themes are leaks (2), rust / corrosion (2).
- Speed control / throttle (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
Complaints peaked in 1995 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old.
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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 1990 Oldsmobile Calais.
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FAQ
Does the 1990 Oldsmobile Calais have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1990 Oldsmobile Calais. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1990 Oldsmobile Calais problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (3), brakes (hydraulic) (2), body & structure (2).
Where can I get a 1990 Oldsmobile Calais repair manual?
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