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1990 Buick Riviera Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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1990 Buick Riviera: Quick Overview

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1990 Buick Riviera Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 1990
Make Buick
Model Riviera
Trim -
Style -
Type Coupe
Category Mid-Size Car
Manufacturing Details
Made In United States
Manufacturing City HAMTRAMCK
Dimensions
Doors 2-Door
Curb Weight 3463 pounds
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating -
Overall Height 53.50 inches
Overall Length 198.30 inches
Overall Width 73.10 inches
Wheelbase Length 108.00 inches
Standard Seating 5
Engine & Performance
Engine 3.8L V6
Engine Size 3.8L
Engine Cylinders 6
Transmission 4-Speed Automatic
Transmission Type Automatic
Transmission Speeds 4-Speed
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System Non-ABS 4-Wheel ABS
Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Pricing
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) $23,205
Invoice Price -
Delivery Charges -

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1990 Buick Riviera Prices and Market Value

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1990 Buick Riviera Cost of Ownership

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1990 Buick Riviera Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity 18.80 gallons
City Mileage 18 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage 27 miles/gallon

1990 Buick Riviera Safety Rating

NHTSA
Side Driver Rating Not Tested
Frontal Passenger Rating Not Tested
Rollover Rating Not Tested
Side Rear Passenger Rating Not Tested
Frontal Driver Rating Not Tested
IIHS
Moderate Overlap Front Test Results Not Tested

1990 Buick Riviera Recalls & Defects

Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever and Linkage:floor Shift
Recall date 1990-09-06
Recall no. 90v164000
Source NHTSA
Summary Transaxle Shift Control Cable MAY Disengage From THE From THE Floor Shift Control With Loss OF Gear Indicator Reference and Shift Selector Operation.
Consequence Driver Would NOT BE Able TO Determine Actual Gearposition THE Transaxle IS IN, Which Could Result IN Unexpected Vehicle Movementand AN Accident Without Prior Warning.
Remedy Install A Transaxle Shift Control Cable Retaining Clip TO Prevent Cable Disengagement.
Notes System: Transaxle; Shift Control Cable.vehicle Description: Passenger Cars.
AIR Bags:frontal
Recall date 1990-10-30
Recall no. 90e043004
Source NHTSA
Summary Threaded Inflator Components MAY Have Been Damaged During Assembly Which MAY Allow Components TO Separate When Inflator Receives A Signal TO Deploy THE AIR Bag.
Consequence Inflator Component Separation Allows HOT Combustion Gasesto Escape Into THE Passenger Compartment Which Could Result IN Injuries TO Vehicle Occupants.
Remedy Replace AIR BAG Modules Containing Potentially Defective Inflators.
Notes Note:this Campaign WAS Initiated BY Trw, Inc., Manufacturer OF THE AIR BAG Module System:air BAG Modules.vehicle Description: Passenger Cars Equipped With Driver Side Supplemental Airbag Modules.
Seat Belts:front:retractor
Recall date 1990-02-12
Recall no. 90v028000
Source NHTSA
Summary Misaligned Rear Seat Safety Belt Shoulder Retractor Assemblies Could Cause Pendulum Interference, Causing THE Belt TO Remain IN Locked Position or TO Travel Freely Without Locking.
Consequence IN THE Event OF A Panic Stop or Accident, IF THE Belt Retractor Inertia Lock Does NOT Engage, THE Rear Seat Occupant Would Have AN Increased Likelihood OF Injury.
Remedy Realign Rear Shoulder Belt Retractor Assembly.
Notes System: Rear Seat Shoulder Safety Belt Retractor. Vehicle Description: Passenger Cars.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:brake Fluid Low Warning: Lamp
Recall date 1991-09-13
Recall no. 91v158000
Source NHTSA
Summary Brake Indicator Light MAY NOT Light When Ignition IS IN THE "on" Position, THE Parking Brake IS Applied, and THE Shift Selector IS IN THE Park or Neutral Gear Range.
Consequence Vehicles Would NOT Meet THE Requirements OF Fmvss 101and 105.
Remedy Replace THE Prom IN THE Body Computer Module TO Prevent This Condition From Occurring.
Notes System: Control Displays; Fmvss 101 and 105.vehicle Description: Passenger Cars.
Seat Belts:front:webbing
Recall date 1995-05-31
Recall no. 95v110000
Source NHTSA
Summary THE Front Outer Shoulder Belt WEB SEW Stop CAN Become Stuck IN THE Retractor. THE Belt CAN BE Difficult TO Pull OUT OF THE Retractor and Some Occupants MAY NOT BE Able TO Fasten THE Belt.
Consequence This Condition CAN Prevent A Person From Using Their Restraint System Resulting IN AN Increased Risk OF Injury IN AN Accident.
Remedy Dealer Will Install A Webbing Stop Button IF THE Customer Requests Repair.
Notes System: Interior; Shoulder Belts.vehicle Description: Passenger Vehicles.note: IF Your Vehicle IS Presented TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and THE Remedy IS NOT Provided Free OF Charge Within A Reasonable Time, Please Contact Buick AT 1-800-521-7300; Oldsmobile AT 1-800-442-6537; Orcadillac AT 1-800-458-8006. Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-800-424-9393.

1990 Buick Riviera Warranty

Basic
Original warranty 0 months / No data
Estimated remaining Expired
Powertrain
Original warranty 0 months / No data
Estimated remaining Expired
Rust
Original warranty 0 months / No data
Estimated remaining Expired

1990 Buick Riviera Insurance

Insurance for a 1990 Buick Riviera is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Coupe with strong safety ratings and
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How Does the 1990 Buick Riviera Compare to Other Coupe?

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