1994 Buick Park Avenue
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.
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
13% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DUAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING FRONTAL CRASH, APPLIED BRAKES, PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR, CAUSED VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO VEHICLE IN FRONT, VEHICLE AT AUTO REPAIR, AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19970604
10% of complaints: structure — 5 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE PARKED ON INCLINE AND TURNED OFF, TRANSMISSION JUMPED OUT OF GEAR, VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS, INJURING DRIVER WHO WAS BETWEEN DOOR AND VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19951116
8% of complaints: electrical system — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 Buick Park Avenue — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1994 Buick Park Avenue reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Buick Park Avenue is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Buick Park Avenue?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 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.