1990 GMC Sierra
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1990 GMC Sierra. Newest first.
K2 motor IS recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. these headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. the recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. owners may contact K2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
Severe corrosion due to road salt at the joint of the stamped steel center section and the cast outer section can cause the sections to separate.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Separation of the rotor sections can cause loss ofbraking ability in the affected wheel. This could result in increased stoppingdistance and/or loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy
Replace the front brake rotors with new rotors with a corrosion protection coating. However, if replacement of brake linings are necessary, it will be done at owner's expense since brake linings are normal maintenance items.
Owner complaints
18 complaints1 involved a crash2 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel · Engine and engine cooling · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor · Power train › Automatic transmission · Power train › Driveline › Differential unit · Seat belts · Service brakes, hydraulic · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Steering › Hydraulic power assist system · Suspension · Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Tl*the contact owns a 1990 GMC sierra. The contact stated that the transmission suddenly caught fire. The dealer stated that the seals were leaking around the transmission and were the cause of the fire. The dealer also stated that it was not covered under warranty and would not assist with the…
Tl*the contact owns a 1990 GMC sierra. The contact stated that the transmission suddenly caught fire. The dealer stated that the seals were leaking around the transmission and were the cause of the fire. The dealer also stated that it was not covered under warranty and would not assist with the repair costs. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000. The current mileage was 55,880. the left rear shock absorber fell off, the magnet cover plate of the differential came off and ruined the rear end twice. the front differential seals failed and the vehicle lost fluid, the catalytic converter failed, the clutch fan broke , the power steering would not turn to the left as easy as the right, the seat belts never worked properly, the valve guides failed on the engine, the ABS was inoperative, the windshield wiper component came on when water would get on the unit and they would not shut off until the unit dried out/ the torsion bar support was fatigued, the rear brakes did not adjust themselves properly and the speedometer did not work. updated evoq 08/05/10
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
Driver's door IS sagging, it has something to do with the hinge , I am going to have to take it in to get it fixed, as it does not close all the way now.*ak
- Tires › Sidewall
Dt: the contact states while in a repair shop awaiting vehicle maintenance it was noted there were cracks on the side wall of all four tires. he went to the tire dealer from where they were purchased, and the tire shop said they would offer cost assistance for replacement of all four tires. the tire IS a cooper mastercraft at, 265/75/r16. *ak updated 12/27/05. *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Brake pedal feels spongy when applying brakes. problem happens at any speed. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything. *Ak the consumer stated that the master cylinder, the front disc pads and the rear brake cylinders had been replaced but the brake still goes to the floor.…
Brake pedal feels spongy when applying brakes. problem happens at any speed. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything. *Ak the consumer stated that the master cylinder, the front disc pads and the rear brake cylinders had been replaced but the brake still goes to the floor. certified technicians indicated that the 88,89 and 90 models had this problem as well. the consumer was concerned about the safety of driving this vehicle. *yh
- Tires › Tread/belt
Tire separation; damage to sports side fender well and tailpipe. required wheel well replacement and painting.*ak (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
- Tires
While driving about 35 mph or sometimes about 55 mph vehicle started vibrating without a warning. took vehicle to dealer ,and they found out the cause of the problem were the tires. firestone wildernes ht 235/ 75 r 15. *ak two of the four tires have crack line around tread cap. *yh
- Seats
Seat frame IS cracked under seat. Seat remains very unstable. Potential for seat collapse while driving
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Vehicle experiencing problem with driver's and middle passenger's seat belt buckles failing to lock properly. buckle would unlatch by itself intermittently. Dealer notified. *ak *ML
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
Excessive wear of front brake pad.; front pads have been replaced three times within a year. also, when applying brakes, there IS extended stopping distance which can lead to a potential accident. Seeking help from nhtsa in this matter. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When driving at any speed, the brakes work intermittently. Sometimes the brakes don't stop the vehicle. *ak *yc
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission failed resulting in vehicle fire.
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Brakes have failed to stop vehicle in a timely manner twice, allowing vehicle to roll into an intersection.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components · Suspension › Front › Wheel bearing
Front wheel bearing failed.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Whenever the ABS brakes are applied, the brake pedal would continue to the floor before slowing/stopping vehicle. The brakes would lock up. This causes the vehicle to stop further than it should. Its an intermitten problem. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When traveling at any speed and upon depressing the brake pedal the pedal traveled to the floorboard, causing extended stopping distance/ brake fade away, resulting in an accident due to the dump valve within the brake system failing. consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced the dump valve. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Owner has ABS brakes, he states that he has a low brake pedal and that he has a dump valve leak within the hydraulics. *ak
- Structure › Frame and members
Crack in front support main frame.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
Master cylinder failed.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10209734This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10007838Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan.
- 10005412Spring slap noise from the rear of the gmt 400 series truck.
- 634999Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks.
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