1985 BUICK SKYLARK
1 recalls, 11 complaints - 1 TSBs
84V132000 Oct 16, 1984
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS
Defect Description
THE THROTTLE LINKAGE MAY BIND BECAUSE DURING NORMAL OPERATION, THE THROTTLE BODY CASE MAY INTERFERE WITH THE LINKAGE. THIS INTERFERENCE COULD PREVENT THE THROTTLE FROM CLOSING EVEN THOUGH THE DRIVER HAS REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.
Remedy
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT VEHICLES AND IMPROVE THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR LINKAGE AND THROTTLE BODY CASING IF NEEDED, AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
Complaint Statistics
11 total complaints
3 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 3 |
| STEERING:RACK AND PINION | 2 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM | 1 |
| STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 20, 2000
PROVIDE IN DETAIL WHAT SAFETY DEFECTS THE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED IN THE SUMMARY. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Jan 11, 2000
Incident date: Oct 10, 1999
HI! I DON'T KNOW IF THIS IS APPLICABLE IF I AM NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNER. I WAS ON THE FREEWAY...CAR JUST DIED, NO PROBLEM WITH RESTARTING, JUST LIKE NO FUEL GOING TO MOTOR, AFTER COOLING DOWN FOR A WHILE , IT WAS "OKAY"MECHANIC COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. I FINALLY HAD TO GO TO GET A CATALYTIC CONVERT... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Jan 11, 2000
Incident date: Oct 10, 1999
HI! I DON'T KNOW IF THIS IS APPLICABLE IF I AM NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNER. I WAS ON THE FREEWAY...CAR JUST DIED, NO PROBLEM WITH RESTARTING, JUST LIKE NO FUEL GOING TO MOTOR, AFTER COOLING DOWN FOR A WHILE , IT WAS "OKAY"MECHANIC COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. I FINALLY HAD TO GO TO GET A CATALYTIC CONVERT... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Nov 29, 1999
Incident date: Sep 3, 1999
ENGINE FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE FIRE UNDER THE HOOD AND QUICKLY SPREAD TO THE REST OF THE VEHICLE.(OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT) NLM
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Nov 29, 1999
Incident date: Sep 3, 1999
ENGINE FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE FIRE UNDER THE HOOD AND QUICKLY SPREAD TO THE REST OF THE VEHICLE.(OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT) NLM
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Nov 29, 1999
Incident date: Sep 3, 1999
ENGINE FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE FIRE UNDER THE HOOD AND QUICKLY SPREAD TO THE REST OF THE VEHICLE.(OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT) NLM
Fire
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Mar 27, 1996
Incident date: Mar 26, 1996
STEERING; POWER STEERING, STEERING EFFORT INCREASES DURING COLD START TEMPORARY LACK OF POWER STEERING, CAN NOT MAKE A RIGHT TURN EA87-006. *AK
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Mar 27, 1996
Incident date: Mar 26, 1996
STEERING; POWER STEERING, STEERING EFFORT INCREASES DURING COLD START TEMPORARY LACK OF POWER STEERING, CAN NOT MAKE A RIGHT TURN EA87-006. *AK
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID
Oct 12, 1995
POWER STEERING FLUID IS NOT GETTING TO THE BRACKET. TT CONSUMER STATES STEERING BRACKET IS GOING OUT, POWER STEERING FLUID DOES NOT REACH BEARING, THIS IS WHAT CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY TWO DIFFERENT BUICK DEALERS CONSUMER STATES WHAT IS DANGEROUS ABOUT THIS, IS WHEN YOU WANT TO TURN RIGHT OR LEFT IT S... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Oct 12, 1995
POWER STEERING FLUID IS NOT GETTING TO THE BRACKET. TT CONSUMER STATES STEERING BRACKET IS GOING OUT, POWER STEERING FLUID DOES NOT REACH BEARING, THIS IS WHAT CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY TWO DIFFERENT BUICK DEALERS CONSUMER STATES WHAT IS DANGEROUS ABOUT THIS, IS WHEN YOU WANT TO TURN RIGHT OR LEFT IT S... Read more
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Apr 27, 1995
Incident date: Feb 13, 1995
HEATER FAILS TO HEAT VEHICLE PROPERLY. *SKD
EPA Fuel Economy, 1985 BUICK SKYLARK
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 24.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 22.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 29.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 31.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 24.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 22.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1985 BUICK SKYLARK
1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 1 |
000524001
Apr 1, 2000
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
INFORMATION REGARDING SNOW INTRUSION INTO REAR DRUM BRAKE ASSEMBLIES. **MR
NHTSA Safety Investigations, BUICK SKYLARK
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA00007
Opened: Mar 3, 2000 , Closed: Feb 7, 2001
STEERING COLUMN FIRES
There is no summary currently available
EA91045
Opened: Nov 7, 1991 , Closed: Oct 26, 1992
SEAT BELT SEPARATION
There is no summary currently available
PE91099
Opened: Jul 15, 1991 , Closed: Nov 7, 1991
SAFETY BELT CUT AT D-RING
There is no summary currently available
DP86020
Opened: Sep 18, 1986 , Closed: Oct 6, 1986
EXPEDITE DETERMINATN OF DEFECT IN C84-01
EXPEDITE DETERMINATN OF DEFECT IN C84-01 POWER BRAKE ASSIST
DP83017
Opened: Sep 1, 1983 , Closed: Sep 22, 1983
REAR WHEEL LOCKUP INVOLVING AFTERMARKET
REAR WHEEL LOCKUP INVOLVING AFTERMARKET REAR BRAKE LININGS
DP83010
Opened: Mar 29, 1983 , Closed: Jul 29, 1983
LOSS OF POWER BRAKE ASSIST (E80-100)
LOSS OF POWER BRAKE ASSIST (E80-100)
DP83008
Opened: Mar 23, 1983 , Closed: Jul 20, 1983
LOCKED POWER STEERING SYSTEM
LOCKED POWER STEERING SYSTEM
DP83006
Opened: Nov 30, 1982 , Closed: Dec 8, 1982
REAR BRAKE LOCKUP, EXPAND CASE C81-09 TO
REAR BRAKE LOCKUP, EXPAND CASE C81-09 TO COVER ALL MODEL YRS
DP82010
Opened: May 20, 1982 , Closed: Oct 18, 1982
TRANS. LOCKUPS AND TRANS. HARD SHIFTING
TRANS. LOCKUPS AND TRANS. HARD SHIFTING
BUICK SKYLARK - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BUICK SKYLARK across all model years (1966, 1998).
71
Total Recalls
755
Total Complaints
9
Investigations
63
Reported Crashes
25
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
BUICK SKYLARK - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1998 | 3 | 34 | View |
| 1997 | 5 | 111 | View |
| 1996 | 6 | 116 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 119 | View |
| 1994 | 2 | 95 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 54 | View |
| 1992 | 3 | 48 | View |
| 1991 | 2 | 46 | View |
| 1990 | 2 | 37 | View |
| 1989 | 3 | 18 | View |
| 1988 | 4 | 17 | View |
| 1987 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1986 | 2 | 10 | View |
| 1985 (current) | 1 | 11 | |
| 1984 | 4 | 27 | View |
| 1983 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1982 | 3 | 3 | View |
| 1981 | 2 | 5 | View |
| 1980 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 1979 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1978 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1977 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1975 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1971 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1970 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1968 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1967 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1966 | 1 | 0 | View |