1990 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Wagon
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- Photo: 1984 Chevrolet Caprice Classic in Light Maroon Metallic, Front Right, 07-14-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Caprice 1984 by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Caprice Classic by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1984 Chevrolet Caprice Classic in Light Maroon Metallic, Rear Right, 07-14-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 81-85 caprice classic diesel rear 6-10-23 by Captainpisslord, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1990 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Wagon is a 140-hp 5.0-liter V8 wagon with a 4-speed automatic overdrive and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $16,230 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 140 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Caprice measures 215.7 inches long on a 116.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,192 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Wagon |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $16,230 ($40,358 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.0L (307 cid) Oldsmobile OHV V8 |
| Displacement | 5 L |
| Horsepower | 140 hp |
| Torque | 255 lb-ft |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic overdrive |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 215.7 in |
| Width | 79.3 in |
| Height | 58.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 116 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,192 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 60.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 60.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Wagon with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1990 Chevrolet CAPRICE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 24, 2007 · EQUIPMENT
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
NHTSA campaign 07E088000
May 18, 1990 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
PLASTIC FUEL FILTER ASSEMBLIES MAY DEVELOP LEAKS.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE DUE TO STATICCHARGE BUILD UPS FOUND IN THE PLASTIC FUEL LINES AND FUEL FILTER WHICH MAY ACTAS AN IGNITION SOURCE.
Remedy: REPLACE PLASTIC ASSEMBLY WITH METAL FUEL FILTER AND BRACKET.
NHTSA campaign 90V096000
6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1990 Chevrolet CAPRICE
Owner Complaints
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Chevrolet CAPRICE (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1990 CHEVROLET CAPRICE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.