1990 Isuzu Impulse Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 26 mpgcombined, 1.6L 4-cyl FWD · 23 city / 31 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1990 Isuzu Impulse (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1990 Isuzu Impulse. The part named most often is seat belts, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by vehicle speed control (2) and electrical system (1). NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 3 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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 belts2 40%
- Electrical system1 20%
Example complaints
Vehicle speed control: “Constant stalling and/or high revving of engine. Stalling usually occurs when comming out of gear and idle goes down to 500rpms or lower and stalls out. After some research I have found the problem to be an acknowledged ecu problem that should be replaced and Isuzu never did.”
NHTSA complaint #10030614, filed 2003-08Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1990 Isuzu Impulse 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impulse FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Impulse FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Impulse 4WD/AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,750 |
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
- 92V091000Jul 6, 1992Air bagsCovers: Isuzu Impulse 1990–1992, Stylus 1990–1992
The steering wheel center hub can fracture during certain frontal and near frontal vehicle collisions.
Recall details for the 1990 Isuzu Impulse → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 3 on record; the latest 3 are shown.
- 10237146May 8, 2023Other or unknown. This bulletin outlines the procedures for using the Alpine Exchange Program (the "Exchange Program"). The Exchange Program must be used when any Alpine radio or other component covered by this…
- 10218932Aug 30, 2022Equipment. Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting Parts Warranty claims. We strongly recommend dealers…
- 10218927Aug 2, 2022Equipment. Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting Parts Warranty claims. We strongly recommend dealers…
Other model years of the Isuzu Impulse
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 25 | — | 1 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 5 | — | 1 | — | 26 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1990 Isuzu Impulse have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1990 Isuzu Impulse as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1990 Isuzu Impulse is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by vehicle speed control with 2.
Has the 1990 Isuzu Impulse been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1990 Isuzu Impulse get?
The EPA rates the 1990 Isuzu Impulse (Impulse, 1.6L 4-cyl) at 26 mpg combined, 23 city and 31 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,600 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 28, 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.