1990 Eagle Premier Problems
- Complaints
- 25filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 6campaigns 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
- 18 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl FWD · 15 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1990 Eagle Premier (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 25 consumer complaints for the 1990 Eagle Premier. The part named most often is visibility, with 8 complaints (32% of the total), followed by seat belts (6) and electrical system (4). Of all complaints, 2 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Visibility complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the heater core filed under the same part. Seat belts complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the anchorage 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.
- Seat belts6 24%
- Electrical system4 16%
- Engine cooling4 16%
- Brakes3 12%
- Equipment2 8.0%
- Other or unknown2 8.0%
- Seats2 8.0%
- Body and structure2 8.0%
Also reported: Suspension (2), Vehicle speed control (2), Fuel system (1), Interior lighting (1), Steering (1), Tires (1).
Example complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “There was a recall listed for the same problem same problem that happened to this vehicle, and the dealer said that this vehicle was not on recall. The coolant escaped from the passenger compartment , and steam from the heater liquid clouded the window of the vehicle, which made it very hard for the driver to see.”
NHTSA complaint #822528, filed 1998-04Engine cooling: “Recall work performed on the heater core fluid bypass, however since replacement the vehicle has been experienced chronic overheating with major repairs due to damage within the cooling system.”
NHTSA complaint #542828, filed 1998-12Complaints 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 Eagle Premier 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 24 | 18 | $3,700 |
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
- 98V005000Jan 12, 1998Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › RotorCovers: Eagle Premier 1988–1991, Dodge Monaco 1990–1991, Jeep Cherokee 1990–1991 +4 more
Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode…
- 95V213000Nov 7, 1995Seat belts › Front › AnchorageCovers: Eagle Premier 1988–1992, Dodge Monaco 1990–1992
The automatic shoulder belt systems can malfunction and become inoperative.
- 94V006000Jan 11, 1994Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater coreCovers: Eagle Premier 1988–1992, Dodge Monaco 1990–1992
The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.
- 91V027000Feb 13, 1991Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Eagle Premier 1989–1991, Dodge Monaco 1990–1991
Rear brake tube routing is contacted by fuel tank heat shield when suspension is in full jounce position. This damages the brake fluid tube, causing a leak.
- 90V205000Dec 17, 1990Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Eagle Premier 1988–1990, Dodge Monaco 1990
Routing of the front brake hose may cause excessive hose flexing resulting in premature fatigue cracking of the outer hose cover.
- 90V058000Mar 23, 1990Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: Eagle Premier 1990, Dodge Monaco 1990
Lower intermediate steering shaft may separate at the rubber isolated coupling of the shaft.
Recall details for the 1990 Eagle Premier → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1990 Eagle Premier.
Other model years of the Eagle Premier
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 23 | 70,000 | 3 | — | 19 | — | Stable |
| 1991 | 48 | 110,553 | 7 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 25 | — | 6 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 67 | 70,000 | 5 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 54 | — | 7 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Eagle Premier model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1990 Eagle Premier have?
NHTSA recorded 25 consumer complaints for the 1990 Eagle Premier as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1990 Eagle Premier is reported most often?
Visibility is named most often, in 8 complaints (32% of the total), followed by seat belts with 6.
Has the 1990 Eagle Premier been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1990 Eagle Premier get?
The EPA rates the 1990 Eagle Premier (Premier, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 15 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,700 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 27, 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.