2005 BUICK PARK AVENUE

0 recalls, 10 complaints - 660 TSBs

No recalls found for this vehicle.

Complaint Statistics

10 total complaints

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
WHEELS	3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	2
SUSPENSION	1
SUSPENSION:FRONT	1
TIRES	1
EQUIPMENT	1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	1

Incident date: Oct 18, 2011

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY COULD NOT BE INSERTED INTO THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE TUMBLES IN THE IGNITION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE F... Read more

Incident date: May 20, 2010

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS CORROSION PRESENT ON THREE OF THE FOUR WHEELS THAT PROHIBITED THE BEAD ON THE TIRE FROM SEALING. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE TIRE TO LEAK AIR ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WOULD HAVE TO ADD AT LEAST TEN POUNDS OF AI... Read more

Incident date: Feb 1, 2010

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE TIRES WERE UNDER INFLATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE WHEELS WERE COVERED WITH RUST WHERE THE CHROME CONTACTS THE SEAL ON THE TIRES, A... Read more

Incident date: May 15, 2004

PURCHASED 2005 BUICK PARK AVENUE FROM VAN BUREN BUICK IN GARDEN CITY PARK, NEW YORK WAS CONCERNED THAT VEHICLE HAD ALL CURRENT SAFETY FEATURES AS LISTED IN BROCHURE. ABS, AIR BAGS, DTABLE TRACK AND ON-STAR WERE SOME OF THE MAIN SAFETY FEATURES. SPECIFICALLY ASKED SALESMAN ( PAT LONGO) IF ON-STAR ... Read more

Incident date: May 7, 2008

THE CHROME PLATING ON MY WHEELS HAS LARGE BUBBLES WHICH CAUSED THREE OF MY TIRES TO LOSE AIR. LUCKILY THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. I WAS ON AN INTERSTATE AND BY THE TIME I FOUND A GAS STATION THE TIRES WERE BETWEEN FIFTEEN AND TWENTY POUNDS. LUCKILY I KNEW ENOUGH TO SLOW DOWN OR I... Read more

Incident date: Mar 3, 2007

HIGH SPEED SHAKE OR SHIMMY--THE TIRES HAVE BEEN REPLACED NUMEROUS TIMES, ONE AXLE HAS BEEN REPLACED, ADDITIONAL BALANCING WAS DONE, FINALLY, WE WERE TOLD IT COULD NOT BE FIXED. *TR

Incident date: Mar 3, 2007

HIGH SPEED SHAKE OR SHIMMY--THE TIRES HAVE BEEN REPLACED NUMEROUS TIMES, ONE AXLE HAS BEEN REPLACED, ADDITIONAL BALANCING WAS DONE, FINALLY, WE WERE TOLD IT COULD NOT BE FIXED. *TR

Incident date: Mar 3, 2007

HIGH SPEED SHAKE OR SHIMMY--THE TIRES HAVE BEEN REPLACED NUMEROUS TIMES, ONE AXLE HAS BEEN REPLACED, ADDITIONAL BALANCING WAS DONE, FINALLY, WE WERE TOLD IT COULD NOT BE FIXED. *TR

Incident date: Jan 1, 1901

2005 BUICK PARK AVENUE WITH ONSTAR CUSTOMER STATES THAT ONSTAR HAS INFORMED HIM THAT THEY DECIDED TO INSTALL ANALOG WIRING ONLY**CC THE CONSUMER IS DISAPPOINTED THAT GM WILL CHANGE HER VEHICLE OVER TO DIGITAL IN ORDER TO CONTINUE USING ONSTAR FEATURES. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD HER VEHICLE WAS CAME EQ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 16, 2007

PURCHASED A 2005 BUICK PARK AVENUE FROM VAN BUREN BUICK 2257 JERICHO TURNPIKE GARDEN CITY PARK, NY 11040 1-888-300-1376. PRIOR TO PURCHASE REQUIRED SEVERAL SAFETY FEATURES AND ONE OF THESE WAS ONSTAR SYSTEM. ASKED DEALER IF SYSTEM WAS DIGITAL READY AND WAS TOLD THAT DUE TO VEHICLE BEING A 2005 IT... Read more

EPA Fuel Economy, 2005 BUICK PARK AVENUE

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	17.0	26.0	20.0	Premium	$3,800
3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	18.0	27.0	21.0	Regular	$2,950

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Large Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2005 BUICK PARK AVENUE

660 manufacturer communications from 419 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	102
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	74
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	61
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	49
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	41
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	29
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	28
100000 POWER TRAIN	26

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.

200000 WHEELS

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

020000 SUSPENSION

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

010000 STEERING

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.

200000 WHEELS

This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).

117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER

This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.

100000 POWER TRAIN

The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).

200000 WHEELS

This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.

061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.

353720 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:OUTLETS/RECEPTACLE

This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.

138220 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT

This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

100000 POWER TRAIN

190000 TIRES

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo

200000 WHEELS

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global War

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on Handling Requests for Modifications to Permanently Import/Export Vehicles Between the U.S. and Canada.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This diagnostic tip advises the tech not to separate the flexplate from the torque convertor or damage my occur if the engine is started while diagnosing for noise from the engine or transmission.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information on tools available to find an intake vacuum leak or exhaust leak to correct a condition of MIL Illuminated with Multiple Fuel Trim and/or Oxygen Sensor Codes Set.

134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern. Customer's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

020000 SUSPENSION

HIGH SPEED SHAKE OR VIBRATION. *EH

160000 STRUCTURE

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).

134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern. Customer's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This informational bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.

190000 TIRES

200000 WHEELS

190000 TIRES

200000 WHEELS

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

061520 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN

This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.

199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

This service bulletin provides information for accurate tire pressures that ensure the safe handling and appropriate ride characteristics of GM cars and trucks.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D

356230 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure, when diagnosing vibration concerns.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.

071410 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER

This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).

160000 STRUCTURE

350000 EQUIPMENT

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, BUICK PARK AVENUE

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

EA, Closed , Model Year: 1999

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE

BY LETTER DATED MARCH 12, 2008, GENERAL MOTORS CORP. (GM) HAS NOTIFIED THE AGENCY THAT IT WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL (IDENTIFIED BY NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 08V-118) TO ADDRESS A DEFECT IN APPROXIMATELY 207,542 MODEL YEAR (MY) 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL GS AND PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GTP VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH T... HE L67 SUPERCHARGED VERSION OF GM'S 3800 SERIES II V6 ENGINE.THE RECALLED REGAL GS VEHICLES WERE BUILT FROM AUGUST 1996 TO JUNE 2003 AND THE GRAND PRIX GTP FROM MARCH 1996 THROUGH JANUARY 2003.ACCORDING TO GM, OIL MAY ESCAPE PAST THE VALVE COVER GASKET ON THE FRONT CYLINDER BANK (CYLINDERS 1-3-5) AND DEPOSIT ONTO HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM COMPONENTS.UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THIS OIL TO IGNITE A SMALL PILOT FLAME, WHICH MAY SPREAD TO THE ADJACENT PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL, THE SPARK PLUG WIRES THEMSELVES, THE PLASTIC ENGINE COVER, AND OTHER UNDER HOOD COMPONENTS.REPORTS INDICATE THIS MOST OFTEN OCCURS ON HIGHER-MILEAGE VEHICLES SHORTLY AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN AND THEN PARKED.TYPICALLY, THE FIRE WAS DISCOVERED WITHIN 5 TO 15 MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED.DURING THIS TIME WINDOW, UNDER HOOD TEMPERATURES MAY BECOME ELEVATED.SUCH ELEVATED TEMPERATURES COMBINED WITH A LACK OF AIRFLOW THROUGH THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAY PERMIT A SMALL PILOT FLAME TO PROPAGATE AND IGNITE OTHER FUEL SOURCES.TO CORRECT THE SAFETY DEFECT, GM WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED DESIGN FRONT VALVE COVER GASKET AND SPARK PLUG WIRE RETAINER.THIS REMEDY WILL BE SUPPLIEDFREE OF CHARGE FOR ALL RECALLED VEHICLES.UNTIL SUFFICIENT PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE TO REPAIR ALL OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES, GM STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT OWNERS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS: (1) THEY STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT OWNERS DO NOT PARK THEIR VEHICLE IN A GARAGE, CARPORT, OR OTHER STRUCTURE; (2) IF OWNERS NOTICE A BURNING ODOR, THEY SHOULD HAVE THEIR DEALER INSPECT THE VEHICLE - THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGE; AND (3) USE PREMIUM FUEL (91 OCTANE OR HIGHER) IN THE VEHICLE AS RECOMMENDED IN THE VEHICLE'S OWNER MANUAL.THE ACTION TAKEN BY GM IS SUFFICIENT TO RESOLVE THE ISSUES RAISED BY THIS INVESTIGATION.THE SUBJECT FIRE INCIDENT RATE ON THE C-, G-, AND H-PLATFORM SUBJECT VEHICLES IS LOW.THE AGENCY WILL CONTINUE TO MONITOR THIS ISSUE AND RESERVES THE RIGHT TO TAKE FURTHER ACTION IF WARRANTED BY THE CIRCUMSTANCES.ACCORDINGLY, THIS INVESTIGATION IS CLOSED.SEE DOCUMENT FILE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING THIS RESUME.Read more

EA, Closed , Model Year: 1997

FRONT SHOULDER BELT MALFUNCTION

There is no summary currently available

PE, Closed , Model Year: 1997

FRONT SHOULDER BELT MALFUNCTION

There is no summary currently available

BUICK PARK AVENUE - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BUICK PARK AVENUE across all model years (1990, 2003).

23 Total Recalls

1,886 Total Complaints

3 Investigations

96 Reported Crashes

173 Reported Fires

4 Reported Deaths

BUICK PARK AVENUE - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2005 (current)	0	10
2004	0	17	View
2003	1	38	View
2002	1	41	View
2001	2	71	View
2000	3	104	View
1999	3	174	View
1998	2	327	View
1997	3	355	View
1996	3	68	View
1995	1	164	View
1994	0	63	View
1993	1	102	View
1992	1	104	View
1991	1	134	View
1990	1	12	View
1989	0	28	View
1988	0	21	View
1987	0	14	View
1986	0	16	View
1985	0	15	View
1984	0	2	View

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Model	Recalls	Complaints
REGAL	207	4,454	View
CENTURY	103	2,397	View
ENCLAVE	86	3,218	View
SKYLARK	71	755	View
LACROSSE	64	2,885	View
LESABRE	64	4,872	View
RIVIERA	46	439	View
ENCORE	41	854	View

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