1990 GMC Suburban

$44,995

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listings

$45K–$45K

price range

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Low$44,995

High$44,995

From$44,995

Avg Mileage25,000 mi

Fresh

Sourced from 1 active dealer listings as of May 2026

1990 GMC Suburban Trims

All Trims Combined

From$44,995

$45K–$45K

1 listings25,000 avg miles

2500

From$9,500

4 listings|$10K–$18K

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GMC Suburban Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

The 1990 GMC Suburban has a low safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 24 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

93V1870001993-16-11

SEATS

THE RECLINER MECHANISM AND THE SEAT FRAME MAY HAVE FOAM AND/OR VINYL BETWEEN THEM, CREATING A "SOFT" JOINT. THIS "SOFT" JOINT RESULTS IN LOWER THAN SPECIFIED BOLT TORQUE WHICH LEADS TO JOINT LOOSENESS, CAUSING BOLT FATIGUE AND EVENTUAL BOLT FAILURE.

IF BOLT FAILURE OCCURS TO THE DRIVER'S SEAT, IT WOULDALLOW THE SEAT BACK TO SUDDENLY RECLINE, AND COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLECONTROL AND A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

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93V0160001993-01-02

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

UNANTICIPATED HEAT IN THE TRANSMISSION CAN FORCE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID OUT OF THE VENT TUBE.

THE VENTED TRANSMISSION FLUID CAN CATCH FIRE IF EXPOSEDTO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 24 owners have filed complaints about the 1990 GMC Suburban. SEATS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Seats7

02Service Brakes, Hydraulic4

03Parking Brake3

04Electrical System1

05Service Brakes, Hydraulic,parking Brake1

24 total across 1 model years (1990–1990)Full data at NHTSA.gov

GMC Suburban Fuel Economy

12–16mpg combined

11-14city

13-19hwy

$3,350-$3,650/yr

Across 3 configurations, the 1990 GMC Suburban returns 12–16 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Suburban V1500 4WD - Automatic 4-spd

16mpg

6.2L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel DriveDiesel

14 city19 hwy~$3,500/yr-1/10 Poor

Suburban V1500 4WD - Automatic 4-spd

13mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

11 city15 hwy~$3,350/yr-1/10 Poor

Suburban V1500 4WD - Manual 4-spd

12mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

11 city13 hwy~$3,650/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1990 GMC Suburban

6States

63%in top 3

25% of the market sits in North Dakota, though listings span 6 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

NDNorth Dakota

225%

TXTexas

225%

MNMinnesota

113%

MOMissouri

113%

ILIllinois

113%

WIWisconsin

113%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1990.

1990 GMC Suburban Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 1990 GMC Suburban a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 1990 GMC Suburban. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 1990 GMC Suburban?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 1990 GMC Suburban. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 1990 GMC Suburban?

You'll get between 12 and 16 MPG combined from the 1990 GMC Suburban, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 1990 GMC Suburban?

SEATS problems top the list with 24 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.