1995 Buick Park Avenue
This year had 30% to 100% more 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 | 50 |
| 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
19% of complaints: steering — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and pump.
FIRE19% of complaints: electrical system — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing horn and 12v/24v/48v battery.
15% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
MAKE: BUICK MODEL: PARK AVENUE YEAR: 1995 AT START UP, THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION. VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. IF THIS CAR WAS PARKED NEXT TO A HOME OR IN A GARAGE THIS WOULD HAVE DRASTIC CONSEQUENCES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080228
12% of complaints: structure — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and frame and members.
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THE GEAR SHIFTER DOES NOT SHIFT IN TO THE CORRECT SELECTED GEARS. THE PREFABRICATION WAS NOT DONE CORRECTLY ON THE BOTTOM ROCKER PANELS, THAT CAUSED THEM TO RUST PREMATURELY. THE PAINT IS JUST PEELING OFF THE TOP AND THE HOOD OF THE CAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180411
Also filed under SEATS and UNKNOWN OR OTHER
WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE IN FEBRUARY OF 2012. THE BODY, INTERIOR, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION ARE IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. THE CAR WAS SOLD IN GREAT CONDITION AND I WAS TOLD OF NO MAJOR MECHANICAL ISSUES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120315
Also filed under ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) and SUSPENSION
10% of complaints: service brakes — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLAMP LENS HAS AN INCORRECT AIM PAD NUMBER ON THE LENS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLAMP ON VEHICLES WITH THE CORRECT OUTBOARD LOWER PAD NUMBER.
Campaign 95V158000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Buick Park Avenue — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 95V158000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Buick Park Avenue reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Buick Park Avenue is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Buick Park Avenue?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Buick Park Avenue have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.