1990 Plymouth Sundance Problems
- Complaints
- 36filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns 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
- 22 mpgcombined, 2.2L 4-cyl FWD · 20 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1990 Plymouth Sundance (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 36 consumer complaints for the 1990 Plymouth Sundance. The part named most often is air bags, with 12 complaints (33% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (7) and engine cooling (6). Of all complaints, 8 involved a crash, 4 a fire, 11 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
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.
- Air bags12 33%
- Engine cooling6 17%
- Seat belts4 11%
- Brakes3 8.3%
- Steering3 8.3%
- Body and structure3 8.3%
- Suspension3 8.3%
- Electrical system2 5.6%
- Seats2 5.6%
Also reported: Equipment (1), Exterior lighting (1), Fuel system (1), Other or unknown (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Air bags: “Vehicle has experienced many engine related problems, the valve cover allows oil to spill on engine, dealer repaired, however engine still leaks oil, dealer stated vehicle was not included in recall 89v237 due to vehicle was made march of 1990, oil sending units need replaced, engine shakes and bucks when putting in reverse, and thermostat was replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #559923, filed 2001-02Transmission and drivetrain: “Vehicle was left parked out of gear and removed key from the ignition switch, condition caused vehicle to roll forward into a neighbors driveway wall. Dealer/manufacturer were notified. *akthe vehicle was not in park yet the driver was able to remove the key from the ignition, as a result the vehicle rolled forward into a neighbors wall causing propery damage. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #8001665, filed 2002-01Engine cooling: “The engine valve cover gasket blows off resulting in loss of oil, the consumers vehicle exhibits the same failure described in recall 89v-237 but the consumers vehicle is not included due to VIN. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #559926, filed 2001-02Seat belts: “The vehicle was in a frontal crash and airbags deployed after the collision had taken place. Driver hit head on steering wheel. Also the the seat belts did not properly restrain owner.”
NHTSA complaint #830605, filed 1998-11Complaints 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 Plymouth Sundance 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sundance FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Sundance FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Sundance FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Sundance FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sundance FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,900 |
| Sundance FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 18 | 21 | 19 | $4,350 |
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
- 89V237000Dec 27, 1989Engine and engine cooling › EngineCovers: Plymouth Sundance 1989–1990, Voyager 1989–1990, Dodge Shadow 1989–1990 +12 more
The engine valve cover gasket may dislocate and allow an engine oil leak at the gasket.
Recall details for the 1990 Plymouth Sundance → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1990 Plymouth Sundance.
Other model years of the Plymouth Sundance
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 59 | 121,000 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 60 | 53,500 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 49 | 116,000 | 4 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 30 | — | 4 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 36 | — | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 33 | 99,000 | 2 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 27 | — | 2 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 12 | 148,000 | 1 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
All Plymouth Sundance model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1990 Plymouth Sundance have?
NHTSA recorded 36 consumer complaints for the 1990 Plymouth Sundance as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1990 Plymouth Sundance is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 12 complaints (33% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 7.
Has the 1990 Plymouth Sundance 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 Plymouth Sundance get?
The EPA rates the 1990 Plymouth Sundance (Sundance, 2.2L 4-cyl) at 22 mpg combined, 20 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 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 31, 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.