1991 Buick Electra
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.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1991: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Parking brake
1 of 2 total reports mentions: parking brake, most commonly citing mechanical.
Show complaint excerpts
Emergency parking brake lever releases.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-16
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 1987 (Na) Buick Electra park avenue. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and fuel was leaking underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the starter was replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-26
Also filed under Electrical system
Electrical system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing starter assembly.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1991 Buick Electra — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Parking brake: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1991 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 1991 Buick Electra?
- The most-reported component is parking brake, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 Buick Electra have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.