1990 Hyundai EXCEL: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
26 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
Not available median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1990 model year. Data snapshot: . 0 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline is the most frequently named component, appearing in 3 of 26 complaints (11.5%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and shifting | 4 | 15.4% |
| Fuel system concerns | 2 | 7.7% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 3.8% |
| Braking behavior | 1 | 3.8% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 3.8% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 3 |
| Visibility:Windshield | 3 |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 2 |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump | 2 |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 2 |
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline: 3; Visibility:Windshield: 3; Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood: 2; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor: 2; Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner: 2; Fuel System, Gasoline: 2; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump: 2; Power Train:Clutch Assembly: 2
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 0 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 0; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
No usable failure mileage is recorded. 26 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 4 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 1 |
1995: 20; 1996: 4; 2000: 1; 2001: 1
Pattern summary
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline leads the component reports. Transmission and shifting appears in 4 complaint narratives. Fuel system concerns appears in 2 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 481435 · 1995-02-01 (February 1, 1995)
TRANSMISSION AXLE SEALS REPLACED. *AW
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 481435 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 482266 · 1995-03-16 (March 16, 1995)
DRIVER'S SEAT BROKE DURING COLLISION, CAUSING DRIVER TO SLIDE OUT OF SEAT BELT AND THROUGH BACK WINDOW, CAUSING INJURY. (CONSULTING ENGINEER FOR CLIENT). *SKD
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 482266 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 483228 · 1995-08-21 (August 21, 1995)
REPLACED FUEL PUMP.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 483228 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 484950 · 1995-08-12 (August 12, 1995)
REAR SIDE WINDOWS EXPLODED, CAUSING INJURY. *SD
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 484950 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 485055 · 1995-06-14 (June 14, 1995)
FUEL SYSTEM SHIELD INSTALLATION RECALL REPAIR REFUSED DUE TO SCHEDULING PROBLEMS. (93V-192) (OTHER VEHICLE ON 479634) *AW
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 485055 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 486949 · 1995-06-08 (June 8, 1995)
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY FAILED. *AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 486949 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 500838 · 1996-01-12 (January 12, 1996)
VEHICLE DOES NOT CONFORM TO LATER IMPACT PORTION OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 301, FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY. (93V192000) *DSH
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 500838 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 501740 · 1996-02-19 (February 19, 1996)
WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED SIX TIMES. *DSH
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 501740 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
2 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
90V053000 · Wheels:Hubcap/Cover
Reported: 1990-03-15 (March 15, 1990)
LOCK WASHER LOCATED UNDER THE NUT THAT SECURES THE FRONT HUB TO THE DRIVE SHAFT MAY HAVE HAD IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT AND COULD CRACK.
Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE WHEEL BEARING FREEPLAY AND COULD RESULT IN BEARING DAMAGE, AND POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL THROUGH WHEEL FAILURE.
Remedy: REPLACE LOCK WASHER ON EACH FRONT WHEEL AND REPAIR AREA AROUND LOCK WASHER AS NECESSARY.
NHTSA campaign record ↗93V192000 · Fuel System, Gasoline
Reported: 1993-11-23 (November 23, 1993)
THE VEHICLES FAILED THE LATERAL MOVING BARRIER IMPACT TEST REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THE FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE GAS TANK EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE AMOUNT OF SPILLAGE.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, THE FUEL SPILLAGE CAN RESULTIN A FIRE IF EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Remedy: HYUNDAI HAS DEVELOPED AN APPROPRIATE COUNTERMEASURE THAT WILL COMPLY WITH ALL REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 301.
NHTSA campaign record ↗