Does the 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, seat belts, seats. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Pontiac dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport?

45 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1990 Pontiac Trans Sport recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Pontiac been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Pontiac dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1990 Pontiac Trans Sport recalls, newest first

April 8, 1997NHTSA 97V058000676,535 vehicles potentially affected

Structure

Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont and wisconsin. The rear cradle bolts pull through the retainers due to corrosion of the retainer. If both bolts pull through, the rear cradle would not longer be supported at these mounting locations and the steering intermediate shaft can separate from the steering gear.
Consequence: If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, a vehicle crash could result.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cradle bolts and retainers.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 28, 1992NHTSA 92V01200095,897 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary: The glove compartment door will not remain closed during certain load forces associated with a vehicle crash. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS 201.
Consequence: In the event of an accident, the glove compartment doormay open and result in occupant(s) injuries from contact with the glovecompartment door.
Remedy: Replace the current upper glove compartment door with a redesigned upper glove compartment door which incorporates a positive latch to keep the door closed should a vehicle crash occur.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 15, 1991NHTSA 91V046000400 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary: A right hand seat/shoulder belt retractor may have been installed in the second row left hand seat position (directly behind driver).
Consequence: The incorrect retractor may cause the belts to lock upif the van is parked on a steep grade. As a result of this, the occupant couldnot extend the belt for use.
Remedy: Replace shoulder belt assembly.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 2, 1989NHTSA 89V164000343 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

Summary: The rear modular seat frame hold-down hooks may not meet the required pull force at the rear set anchorage.
Consequence: Vehicles would not conform to FMVSS 207.
Remedy: Replace rear hold down hooks and pivot rivets with heat treated hardware.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 45 complaints about the 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Structure › Frame and members10
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline5
Seat belts › Front › Retractor5
Unknown or other5
Structure › Body › Door4

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Questions

Does the 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, seat belts, seats. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Pontiac dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport?: 45 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.