1990 Chevrolet Beretta Problems
- Complaints
- 39filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 23 mpgcombined, 2.3L 4-cyl FWD · 19 city / 29 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. The part named most often is electrical system, with 10 complaints (26% of the total), followed by seat belts (8) and brakes (6). Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 8 an injury, 2 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Seat belts complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns and 1 NHTSA investigation filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system10 26%
- Seat belts8 21%
- Brakes6 15%
- Engine cooling3 7.7%
- Other or unknown3 7.7%
- Steering3 7.7%
- Wheels3 7.7%
- Exterior lighting2 5.1%
- Body and structure2 5.1%
Also reported: Transmission and drivetrain (2), Equipment (1), Suspension (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Seat belts: “After recall repairs were performed the plastic component that holds the the seat belt shoulder strap to common buckle which the waist strap attaches to, broke in half.”
NHTSA complaint #805624, filed 1996-11Brakes: “Braking system in the front and rear/ hub assembly needed to be replaced continuously. Also, transmission was replaced 4 times. Defect kept occurring. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #871393, filed 2000-09Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1990 Chevrolet Beretta version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beretta FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Beretta FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Beretta FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 29 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Beretta FWD | 3.1L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Beretta FWD | 3.1L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,350 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 91V206000Nov 26, 1991Seat beltsCovers: Chevrolet Beretta 1988–1990, Corsica 1988–1990
The front shoulder belt retractors may have reduced sensitivity of the lock-up feature and would not function in a sudden deceleration or crash.
- 90V065000Apr 5, 1990Seat belts › Rear/otherCovers: Chevrolet Beretta 1990, Corsica 1990
Owner's manuals were printed with rear center seat belt information omitted.
Recall details for the 1990 Chevrolet Beretta → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA92025Fr.seat belt buckle failsClosed · Jul 16, 1992
- PE92043Park brake handle failureClosed · Apr 22, 1992
- PE92021Sticking throttleClosed · Feb 24, 1992
- PE90115Fuel tank separationClosed · Aug 29, 1990
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1990 Chevrolet Beretta.
Other model years of the Chevrolet Beretta
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 72 | 96,224 | 1 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 93 | 85,000 | 1 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 85 | 104,500 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 37 | 120,000 | 0 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 52 | 19,285 | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 49 | 114,500 | 1 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 39 | — | 2 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 51 | 93,314 | 4 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 60 | 187,631 | 4 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Chevrolet Beretta model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1990 Chevrolet Beretta have?
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 1990 Chevrolet Beretta as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 10 complaints (26% of the total), followed by seat belts with 8.
Has the 1990 Chevrolet Beretta been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1990 Chevrolet Beretta get?
The EPA rates the 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (Beretta, 2.3L 4-cyl) at 23 mpg combined, 19 city and 29 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,900 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.