MYRModel Year Report

1980 Buick Century

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1980 Buick Century
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:49:33.908Z

Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
0

Too few to rank

Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 1980

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1980: 0 complaints 1980 0 1981: 1 complaint 1982: 3 complaints 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 7 complaints 1986: 22 complaints 1987: 28 complaints 1988: 16 complaints 1988 1989: 41 complaints 1990: 33 complaints 1991: 39 complaints 1992: 45 complaints 1992 1993: 54 complaints 1994: 117 complaints 1995: 99 complaints 1996: 80 complaints 1996 1997: 106 complaints 1998: 218 complaints 1999: 235 complaints 2000: 193 complaints 2000 2001: 145 complaints 2002: 154 complaints 2003: 127 complaints 2004: 39 complaints 2004 2005: 19 complaints
1980: 0 complaints 1980 0 1981: 1 complaint 1982: 3 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 7 complaints 1986: 22 complaints 1986 1987: 28 complaints 1988: 16 complaints 1988 1989: 41 complaints 1990: 33 complaints 1990 1991: 39 complaints 1992: 45 complaints 1992 1993: 54 complaints 1994: 117 complaints 1994 1995: 99 complaints 1996: 80 complaints 1996 1997: 106 complaints 1998: 218 complaints 1998 1999: 235 complaints 2000: 193 complaints 2000 2001: 145 complaints 2002: 154 complaints 2002 2003: 127 complaints 2004: 39 complaints 2004 2005: 19 complaints
1980: 0 complaints 1980 0 1981: 1 complaint 1982: 3 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 7 complaints 1986: 22 complaints 1986 1987: 28 complaints 1988: 16 complaints 1988 1989: 41 complaints 1990: 33 complaints 1990 1991: 39 complaints 1992: 45 complaints 1992 1993: 54 complaints 1994: 117 complaints 1994 1995: 99 complaints 1996: 80 complaints 1996 1997: 106 complaints 1998: 218 complaints 1998 1999: 235 complaints 2000: 193 complaints 2000 2001: 145 complaints 2002: 154 complaints 2002 2003: 127 complaints 2004: 39 complaints 2004 2005: 19 complaints

1980: 0 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19811
19823
19831
19848
19857
198622
198728
198816
198941
199033
199139
199245
199354
1994117
199599
199680
1997106
1998218
1999235
2000193
2001145
2002154
2003127
200439
200519

Known problem areas

No complaint components on file for this model year.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1979-09-11Suspension79V205000 The bolts that attached the rear suspension control arms to the frame and axle may be defective and the bolt head may separate from the bolt shank. This could allow the control arm to come loose.

    Remedy: The dealer will replace all suspect rear suspension control arm bolts prior to delivery. This will be done free of charge.

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    1981-03-09Suspension81V025000 The bolts that attach the lower rear control arm to the frame may fracture. The rear control arm supports and positions the rear axle. Fracture of the bolts would allow the control arm to drop free.

    Remedy: Both rear control arm attachment bolts will be replaced without charge.

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  3. R
    1981-03-13Visibility81V022000 The electro-clear rear window defoggers contain a defect which causes the glass to shatter without impact during or some time after use of the defogger. Vertical electrical strips may deteriorate…

    Remedy: Vehicles will be inspected for presence of a particular weatherstrip. If present, a layer of a special conductive epoxy will be added to the vertical bar on the rear window glass. This epoxy is a…

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    1984-12-28Power train84V149000 Rear axle assembly may have axles that were improperly manufactured. This condition may result in separation of the axle shaft and wheel assembly from the vehicle.

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect the rear axle to determine whether it was manufactured at the buffalo plant. If so, they will make axle measurements and if necessary replace or modify affected axle…

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  5. I
    1985-11-27Engineering analysisClosed 1988-11-28 Brake backing plate
  6. I
    1986-09-05Defect petitionClosed 1986-12-19 Power steering failure
  7. R
    2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.…

    Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

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    Date not on fileService brakes, hydraulic85V048000 Excessive enlargement of the wheel cylinder pilot hole in the rear brake backing plate could allow the wheel cylinder to rotate and cause loss of brake fluid.

    Remedy: Add a part to prevent wheel cylinder from rotating.

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Buy-smart checklist

1980 Buick Century — pre-purchase inspection

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 85V048000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 79V205000 · Suspension
  • Recall 81V025000 · Suspension
  • Recall 81V022000 · Visibility
  • Recall 84V149000 · Power train
  • Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
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FAQ

Is the 1980 Buick Century reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 1980 Buick Century have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.