1990 GMC G35 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 1990 GMC G35 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 1990 compare to other G35 years?

G35 NHTSA complaints by model year, 1990 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1990 GMC G35 problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Tires & Wheels	1	100%	new

Does the 1990 GMC G35 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

06E043000Fuel SystemMay 19, 2006 · 88,303 units

Defect

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 CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

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).

91V040000SeatsMarch 11, 1991 · 25,807 units

Defect

SEAT BACK OF THE REAR BENCH SEAT MAY BREAK AWAY FROM THE SEAT CUSHION IN AN ACCIDENT.

Consequence

SEAT OCCUPANT WOULD BE SUBJECT TO GREATER INJURY; VEHICLEWOULD NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 207.

Remedy

INSTALL REINFORCEMENT THAT RUNS FROM SIDE OF SEAT BACK FRAME ASSEMBLY TO SEAT CUSHION FRAME ASSEMBLY, STRENGTHENING THE SEAT BACK.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“ON THE ABOVE DATE S/B BOUND NYS NORTHWAY N/B OF EXIT 16 PASSENGER SIDE REAR TIRE TREAD SEPERATED, ALARGE CHUNK OF THE TREAD PEALED BACK FROM THE INTERIOR PART OF THE TIRE. THE TIRE RETATAINED AIR, AIR LOSS OCCURED SLOWLY ENOUGH TO DRIVE VEHILCE AT A MINIMAL SPEAD APPROX. 1/4 MILE ON SHOULDER TO THE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · September 4, 2000

1990 GMC G35 — common questions

Is the 1990 GMC G35 reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 1990 GMC G35 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1990 GMC G35. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 1990 compare to other G35 years?

What are the most common 1990 GMC G35 problems?

Does the 1990 GMC G35 have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

1990 GMC G35 — common questions

Is the 1990 GMC G35 reliable?

Does the 1990 GMC G35 have recalls?

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