1990 Chevrolet Corsica problems
The Chevrolet Corsica (named after Corsica, France) is a front-wheel drive compact car that was produced by Chevrolet from 1987 until 1996. The Corsica was built upon the L-body platform. It shared the L-body with the 2-door Beretta, and the rebadged revival of the Pontiac Tempest which was essentially the same car, but was only sold in Canada. The Corsica came in two styles and four trims. Sold initially only as a 4-door sedan, it was also available as a 5-door hatchback from model years 1989 until 1991. Corsicas were built alongside the Beretta by both the Wilmington Assembly in Delaware and Linden Assembly in New Jersey.
Year-to-year changes
1987–1989
The Corsica was first sold as a fleet car to rental agencies and large companies in 1987, prior to mainstream release. The Corsica and Beretta were the second best-selling passenger cars in America in calendar year 1988, right behind the Ford Escort. Much of the suspension components were borrowed from the J-body Chevrolet Cavalier, and the chassis was an extension of that of the J-body, but modeled with similar proportions to the N-body. The L-body platform however, was engineered by Chevrolet rather than Oldsmobile. The car was equipped with either the 2.0 L TBI OHV I4 from the Cavalier, or the 2.8 L MPFI OHV V6 from the Chevrolet Celebrity. The base Corsica's door handles were colored silver, while the Corsica LT/LTZ had black-colored handles. Some earlier models had a column shifter with a handbrake between the front seats, an uncommon configuration for most compact cars of the time. A 5-door hatchback model was introduced for 1989, as was an LTZ performance package that included many suspension parts from the Beretta. A rare XT trim included all the performance parts from the LTZ trim as well as a leather interior, special body kit and spoiler package designed for GM by a third party supplier.
1990
The base model Corsica was dropped, leaving the LT and LTZ. Both engines offered were increased in displacement. The Corsica now either used the same 2.2 L 4-cylinder engine and 3-speed automatic transmission as the Cavalier, or the 3.1 L V6 and 3-speed automatic from the Lumina. Minor changes were made to the interior, mostly around the driver controls.
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Common 1990 Chevrolet Corsica problems
The 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is known for several common problems that have been reported by its owners. This article will discuss some of these issues in detail.
One of the most common problems with the 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is that it won't start due to ignition coil/crankshaft position sensor issues. The ignition coil and crankshaft position sensor are critical components of the car's ignition system. The ignition coil generates the high voltage needed to create an electric spark that ignites the fuel in the engine's combustion chamber. The crankshaft position sensor, on the other hand, provides the engine control module (ECM) with information about the position and speed of the crankshaft. If either of these components fails, the car may not start.
Another common problem with the 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is that the check engine light may come on due to a gas cap issue. The gas cap is a crucial component of the car's fuel system. It prevents fuel from evaporating and keeps the fuel system pressurized. If the gas cap is loose or missing, the check engine light may come on. This issue can be easily fixed by ensuring that the gas cap is tightly secured or replaced if it is missing.
The 1990 Chevrolet Corsica may also have issues with its fuel pump, which can cause intermittent starting problems. The fuel pump is responsible for delivering fuel from the gas tank to the engine. If the fuel pump is weak or failing, it may not be able to deliver enough fuel to the engine, causing the car to have trouble starting. This issue can be diagnosed by checking the fuel pressure and replacing the fuel pump if necessary.
Other common problems with the 1990 Chevrolet Corsica include issues with the power steering system, transmission, and brakes. These issues can range from leaks and leaks in the power steering system to problems with the transmission and brakes. These issues can be diagnosed and fixed by a qualified mechanic.
In conclusion, the 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is known for several common problems that have been reported by its owners. These issues include problems with the ignition coil/crankshaft position sensor, gas cap, fuel pump, power steering system, transmission, and brakes. If you own a 1990 Chevrolet Corsica and experience any of these issues, it is recommended that you take your car to a qualified mechanic for diagnosis and repair.
How much does a 1996 Chevrolet Corsica weigh?
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
| Curb Weight | 2745 lbs. |
|---|---|
| Max Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Overall Length | 183.5 inches |
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.3 inches |
| Towing Capacity, Maximum | 1000 lbs. |
When did they stop making the Chevy Corsica?
1996
GM discontinued the Corsica and the Chevrolet Beretta after the 1996 model year, due to safety standards in 1997 that would have required a total redesign of these cars, and competition from the similarly sized redesigned Chevrolet Cavalier for compact car sales.
What replaced the Corsica?
Chevrolet Malibu
Beretta sales steadily declined every year of production as the market turned away from 2-door models. In 1996, Chevrolet ended production of both the Beretta and Corsica after 10 model years. The Corsica was replaced by the Chevrolet Malibu in 1997. The last Beretta was assembled on July 30, 1996.
How much does a 1990 Chevy weigh?
Used 1990 Chevrolet C/K 2500 Series Regular Cab - Specs & Features
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 212.6 in. |
| Wheelbase | 131.5 in. |
| Maximum payload | 2,834.0 lbs. |
| Gross weight | 7,200 lbs. |
When did they stop making the Chevy Corsica?
1996
GM discontinued the Corsica and the Chevrolet Beretta after the 1996 model year, due to safety standards in 1997 that would have required a total redesign of these cars, and competition from the similarly sized redesigned Chevrolet Cavalier for compact car sales.
What replaced the Corsica?
Chevrolet Malibu
Beretta sales steadily declined every year of production as the market turned away from 2-door models. In 1996, Chevrolet ended production of both the Beretta and Corsica after 10 model years. The Corsica was replaced by the Chevrolet Malibu in 1997. The last Beretta was assembled on July 30, 1996.
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Why did Chevy stop making the Beretta?
Beretta sales steadily declined every year of production as the market turned away from 2-door models. In 1996, Chevrolet ended production of both the Beretta and Corsica after 10 model years. The Corsica was replaced by the Chevrolet Malibu in 1997. The last Beretta was assembled on July 30, 1996.
1990 Chevrolet Corsica car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Corsica problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Seat belts problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Seats problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1990 Chevrolet Corsica vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
The NHTSA has received 79 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1990 Chevrolet Corsica vehicles.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-19
- VIN: 1G1LT54T9LY
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 CHEVROLET CORSICA. THE VEHICLE HAS KELLY EXPLORER A/S (NA), SIZE P195/75/14 TIRES. ALL OF THE TIRES FLATTENED AND WERE REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VALVE STEMS WERE FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES. THE VALVES WERE REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE TIRES CONTINUED TO FLATTEN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 131,195 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 129,589.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-10-01
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE ENGINE STALLS WHILE DRIVING AND JERKS, THIS PROBLEM OCCURS WHEN HITTING BUMPS AND CRACKS IN THE ROAD, THE DEALER HAS MADE SOME REPAIRS BUT THEY HAVE NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM, THIS STALLING PROBLEM OCCURS LESS WITH THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION, THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION WITH THE VEHICLE IN MOTION. NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-10-01
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE ENGINE STALLS WHILE DRIVING AND JERKS, THIS PROBLEM OCCURS WHEN HITTING BUMPS AND CRACKS IN THE ROAD, THE DEALER HAS MADE SOME REPAIRS BUT THEY HAVE NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM, THIS STALLING PROBLEM OCCURS LESS WITH THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION, THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION WITH THE VEHICLE IN MOTION. NLM
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-10-01
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: AFTER THE WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH HAS BEEN TURNED TO THE OFF POSITION THE WIPER'S CONTINUE TO SWIPE FOR ABOUT 14-22 TIMES BEFORE STOPPING, THE SWITCH WAS REPLACED BUT THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURED. NLM
STEERING,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G1LT54T5LY
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: STEERING UNIT DISLOCATED FROM FIREWALL (WAS BOLTED)
SEAT BELTS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-09
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G1LT54G3LY
- Components: SEAT BELTS,SEATS
- Summary: WHILE AT A STOP VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM BEHIND, BY A STANDARD 83 CHEVROLET TRUCK PICKUP(3/4 TON). DRIVER'S AND THE PASSENGER'S SEAT CAME OFF THE TRACK. ALSO, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT DID NOT RETRAIN THE DRIVER, AND DRIVER'S HEAD HIT THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WILL BE TOTALLED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-08-09
- VIN: 1G1LT54G7LY
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE ENGINE HEAD GASKETS WERE LEAKING WATER (COOLANT) WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE APPROXIMATELY AT 45MPH. TOOK TO DEALER & THE MECHANIC REPAIRED THE HEAD GASKETS. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-03-04
- VIN: 1G1T54GBE20
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WIRING COVER MELTED/ DEALER SAID I TOOK IT OFF TO AVOID REPLACING IT. THEY WANTED 2,400.00 DOLLARS TO REPLACE IT. IT MELTED I DID NOT REMOVE IT.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELTS IN THE FRONT SEAT DO NOT WORK, AND THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT IS TOTALY BROKEN. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-02-02
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: VEHICLES HOOD STRUCK WINDSHIELD AND ROOF WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER STATED HOOD RELEASE DID NOT OPEN HOOD AT EARLIER DATE. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT)
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G1LT54T7LE
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: A PLASTIC GLUED PIECE CAME OFF BOTH FRONT SEAT BELTS/THEY COME APART NOW.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-01-06
- VIN: 1G1LT54G9LE
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: SMOKE FROM STEERING COLUMN FIRST NOTED ON 5/95 - REPAIRED AND NOW IT IS HAPPENING AGAIN (SECOND TIME). ON 1/6/99 NOTICE SMOKE AFTER CAR WAS STARTED. CONTACTED DEALERSHIP THAT REPAIRED VEHICLE THE FIRST TIME TO SEE IF MAYBE THERE WERE ANY RECALLS FOR DEFECTED EQUIPMENT. THEY STATED THERE WERE NONE. ALSO, I WAS TOLD THAT SINCE THE 12,000/12 MOS. WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED THAT IT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY NOW. AS STATED EARLIER THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IN LESS THAN FOUR YEARS THAT I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM. I ALSO NOTICED ON THE WEB THAT OTHERS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND YEAR.
SUSPENSION,PARKING BRAKE,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-01
- VIN: 1G1LT54G3LE
- Components: SUSPENSION,PARKING BRAKE,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 1. ENGINE WAS REBUILT 1995 OR '96. VEHICLE WILL NOT IDLE PROPERLY IN DRIVE DESPITE REPEATED TUNE-UPS/REPAIRS. NON-ADJUSTABLE IDLE SPEED. 2. VEHICLE CONTINUES TO DRIFT TO THE RIGHT AT HIGHWAY SPEED DESPITE NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS AT ALIGNMENT AND FRAME ADJUSTMENT. NON-ADJUSTABLE CASTOR. 3. PARTS THAT COMPRISE HANDBRAKE UNIT ARE SO CHEAP THEY BREAK EASILY; HANDBRAKE TOO WEAK TO HOLD VEHICLE ON GRADE.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G1LT54T9LY
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILED TO OPERATE PROPERLY PRIOR TO RECALL. CONSUMER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF RECALL 91V-206000. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-28
- Fire: 1
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE FUEL INJECTORS CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN AND PARKED FOR 5 MINUTES WHEN THE FIRE STARTED. VEHICLE IS BEING LOOKED AT BY THE DEALERSHIP. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GILT54GXLE
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ELECTRICAL CRUISE RESUME INOPERATIVE, NEEDS SERVO.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G1LT54T0LE
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE SHOULDER BELT ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE CONTINUES TO GET STUCK IN THE RETRACTOR . DEALER NOT ABLE TO CORRECT PROLBEM. ALSO THE SHOULDER BELT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE IS POSITIONED INCORRECTLY FOR AN AVERAGE HEIGHT PERSON. *AK
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-01-15
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: HOOD LATCH FAILED TO ENGAGE AND FLEW OPEN AT 50 MPH AND BROKE THE WINDSHIELD.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS WERE ON RECALL. THE BELTS WERE REPLACED BY THE MANUFACTURER . THE BUCKLE CAME OFF ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE AFTER THE REPAIR WAS MADE. THE MANFUFACTURER REFUSED TO REPAIR THE DEFECT. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-05-25
- VIN: 1G1LT54GXLE
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: CRUISE CONTROL FAILED. MJS
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: RETRACTOR FAILED AFTER RECALL REPAIR.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: CRUISE CONTROL RESUME SWITCH FAILED.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-02-01
- VIN: 1G1LT54G4LE
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE BELT BUCKLES ON THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE ARE BROKEN, THEY WON'T STAY FASTENED. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLES ARE BROKEN. THEY WON'T STAY BUCKLED. *AK
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-10-01
- VIN: 1G1LT54G2LY
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: FAN MOTOR REPLACED.
1990 Chevrolet Corsica recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 1990 Chevrolet Corsica.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE FRONT SHOULDER BELT RETRACTORS MAY HAVE REDUCED SENSITIVITY OF THE LOCK-UP FEATURE AND WOULD NOT FUNCTION IN A SUDDEN DECELERATION OR CRASH.
- Consequence: FAILURE OF THE SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR WOULD RESULT INTHE SEAT OCCUPANT ONLY BEING RESTRAINED BY THE LAP BELT IN A CRASH OR SUDDENSTOP, AND AN INCREASED POSSIBILITY OF INJURY.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
- Summary: OWNER'S MANUALS WERE PRINTED WITH REAR CENTER SEAT BELT INFORMATION OMITTED.
- Consequence: THIS WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 209.
- Remedy: INSERT MISSING INFORMATION INTO OWNERS MANUAL.
Negative 1990 Chevrolet Corsica car reviews
Positive 1990 Chevrolet Corsica car reviews
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I picked this car up from a lovely older lady who was the only owner. The car has been well taken care of and seems to be great on gas and very reliable. It would make a fantastic first car for a teenager!
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I got this car from my aunt with 21,000 mi on it. It is good for people who are on a budget. It's cheap to fix and maintain, and it has just enough to suit my needs. It has a 2.8 liter V6 engine with multi-port fuel injection. I replaced the horn, the muffler, and the paint job. This car will run for a very long time without many problems and very good on gas especially around here in New York State. It's a cheap, basic, solid transportation vehicle.
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Congratulations on your first car! It's amazing how well it has held up over the years. Despite some challenges, it has proven to be reliable and strong. With regular maintenance, it's sure to last for many more miles. It's a shame that such a great car is no longer in production.
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Are you having problems with your 1990 Chevrolet Corsica?
Cornelius Harris 2024-10-28
This may not have been the best choice. The engine is louder than your voice, and the design is not very appealing both inside and out. However, it's fortunate that they no longer make this car.
Agustin Beer 2024-06-27
It sounds like you had a lot of fun driving it! From your description, it seems like it handles really well. You mentioned that it might be a bit underpowered with the v6, but overall it still seems like a great car.
Wilburn Feeney 2024-05-16
I've been really impressed with the car's reliability, but I understand that it may not have all the features that you're looking for to make you fall in love with it.
Amir Koelpin 2024-01-02
You got her in 1998 with 23000 miles and she's lasted you. Although you've run into the moisture vs fuses problem, it was easily fixed. The paint may be peeling and her top rusty, but she still likes to go, and with tune-ups, she'll probably run for another 50,000 miles. She may not be pretty anymore, but she's definitely a loyal companion.