1992 Buick Century

▲ Better than typical

1992 Buick Century
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:53:31.668Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1992: 45 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1980	0
1981	1
1982	3
1983	1
1984	8
1985	7
1986	22
1987	28
1988	16
1989	40
1990	33
1991	38
1992	45
1993	54
1994	106
1995	99
1996	80
1997	106
1998	218
1999	235
2000	193
2001	145
2002	154
2003	127
2004	39
2005	19

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 9%

9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

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THE CONSUMER PUT THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE SUDDLY ACCELERATED, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER COULD NOT STOP THE VEHICLE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960315

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 9%

9% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7%

7% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 4%

4% of complaints: structure — 2 distinct reports on file.

INJURY

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 4%

4% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 2 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19911129 — power train

THE REVERSE SERVO APPLY PIN MAY BIND IN THE CASE WHICH COULD CAUSE REVERSE BAND DISTRESS (LOSS OR SLIPPING OF REVERSE), REVERSE BAND DRAG IN DRIVE RANGE (POOR PERFORMANCE -- POOR POWER), OR THE TRANSM

Remedy: REPLACE THE TRANSAXLE WHERE REQUIRED.

Campaign 91V214000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19920513 — electrical system

THE OPTIONAL REMOTE ENTRY MODULE MAY HAVE A FAULT WHICH CAUSES RANDOM ACTUATION OF INTERIOR LAMPS, DOOR LOCKS, AND/OR TAILGATE RELEASE. THIS ACTUATION MAY OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN USE OR UNATTEND

Remedy: REPLACE THE REMOTE ENTRY MODULE WITH A NEWLY REVISED MODULE TO PREVENT RANDOM ACTUATION.

Campaign 92V066000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19951019 — seat belts

THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING ANCHOR BOLTS WITH A NEW SHOULDER BOLT AND THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE. ADDITIONALLY, NOISE CONTROL PATCHES WILL BE APPLIED AT EACH ANCHORAGE.

Campaign 95V173000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Buick Century — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 91V214000 (power train) has been completed.
Verify recall 92V066000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Verify recall 95V173000 (seat belts) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1990 ▲ 1991 ▲ 2004

WORST YEARS

■ 1999 ■ 1998 ◆ 2000

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FAQ

Is the 1992 Buick Century reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Buick Century is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1992 Buick Century?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 9% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Buick Century have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.