MYRModel Year Report

1985 Buick Century

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1985 Buick Century
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:20:01.171Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Buick Century Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1985 highlighted. 1981: 1 complaints 1981 1982: 3 complaints 1983: 1 complaints 1984: 8 complaints 1985: 7 complaints 1985 1986: 22 complaints 1987: 28 complaints 1988: 16 complaints 1989: 41 complaints 1989 1990: 33 complaints 1991: 39 complaints 1992: 45 complaints 1993: 54 complaints 1993 1994: 117 complaints 1995: 99 complaints 1996: 80 complaints 1997: 106 complaints 1997 1998: 218 complaints 1999: 235 complaints 2000: 193 complaints 2001: 145 complaints 2001 2002: 154 complaints 2003: 127 complaints 2004: 39 complaints 2005: 19 complaints 2005
1985: 7 complaints
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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

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 7 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE
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CONSUMER WAS PARKING AND OVERHEATED CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE . TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960123

COOLANT LEAK.

NHTSA ODI report, 19951026

STEERING

2 of 7 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and pinion and hydraulic power assist system.

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 7 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 7 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
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VEHICLE FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT, ORIGINATING IN VICINITY OF BATTERY, OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT. *TW

NHTSA ODI report, 19950608

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19850619 — C (closed 19890518)

REAR BRAKE LOCKUP

I 19860825 — EA (closed 19880302)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS

I 19861216 — EA (closed 19880919)

POWER ST. ASSIST

I 19880209 — PE (closed 19880511)

HEADLAMP SWITCH FAILURE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1985 Buick Century — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1990 ▲ 2004 ▲ 1991

WORST YEARS

■ 1999 ■ 1998 ◆ 2000

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FAQ

Is the 1985 Buick Century reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Buick Century?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 Buick Century have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.