MYRModel Year Report

1984 Buick Electra

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1984 Buick Electra
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:57:17.979Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Buick Electra Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1984 highlighted. 1981: 0 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 1 complaints 1985 1986: 12 complaints 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 5 complaints 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1991
1984: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19810
19820
19832
19842
19851
198612
19874
19885
19892
19905
19912

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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THE CAR ACCELERATES WITHOUT PUTTING FOOT ON THE GAS. HAS HAD THE CAR FOR THREE DAYS. PLEASE EXPLAIN. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950620

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
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WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT) *YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20020731

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19840917 — fuel system, gasoline

RUBBER FUEL HOSE COULD ALLOW A SLOW FUEL LEAK WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE RUBBER FUEL HOSE.

Campaign 84V103000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19870709 — PE (closed 19880128)

HYDROBOOST FAILURE

I 19880128 — EA (closed 19901031)

HYDRO BOOST

R 19890720 — vehicle speed control

A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).

Remedy: INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.

Campaign 89V102000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1984 Buick Electra — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 84V103000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 89V102000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1984 Buick Electra 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 1984 Buick Electra?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1984 Buick Electra have?

2 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.