1986 Buick Park Avenue
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 92 |
| 1992 | 77 |
| 1993 | 64 |
| 1994 | 48 |
| 1995 | 117 |
| 1996 | 59 |
| 1997 | 219 |
| 1998 | 246 |
| 1999 | 140 |
| 2000 | 81 |
| 2001 | 57 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 6 total reports mention: power train.
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TRANSMISSION FAILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 19970627
2 of 6 total reports mention: equipment.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1986 Buick Park Avenue — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for equipment issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1986 Buick Park Avenue 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 1986 Buick Park Avenue?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Buick Park Avenue have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.