MYRModel Year Report

2001 Buick Park Avenue

● Typical for this model
2001 Buick Park Avenue
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:51:20.709Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
57
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2001

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

19% of complaints

Complaints per year

1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1986: 6 complaints 1987: 13 complaints 1987 1988: 19 complaints 1989: 21 complaints 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 92 complaints 1992: 77 complaints 1993: 64 complaints 1993 1994: 50 complaints 1995: 117 complaints 1996: 59 complaints 1996 1997: 219 complaints 1998: 246 complaints 1999: 140 complaints 2000: 81 complaints 2001: 57 complaints 2001 57 2002: 32 complaints 2003: 33 complaints 2004: 12 complaints 2005: 8 complaints 2005
1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1986: 6 complaints 1986 1987: 13 complaints 1988: 19 complaints 1988 1989: 21 complaints 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 92 complaints 1992: 77 complaints 1992 1993: 64 complaints 1994: 50 complaints 1994 1995: 117 complaints 1996: 59 complaints 1996 1997: 219 complaints 1998: 246 complaints 1998 1999: 140 complaints 2000: 81 complaints 2001: 57 complaints 2001 57 2002: 32 complaints 2003: 33 complaints 2004: 12 complaints 2004 2005: 8 complaints
1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 6 complaints 1986 1987: 13 complaints 1987 1988: 19 complaints 1988 1989: 21 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 92 complaints 1991 1992: 77 complaints 1992 1993: 64 complaints 1993 1994: 50 complaints 1994 1995: 117 complaints 1995 1996: 59 complaints 1996 1997: 219 complaints 1997 1998: 246 complaints 1998 1999: 140 complaints 1999 2000: 81 complaints 2000 2001: 57 complaints 2001 57 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 33 complaints 2003 2004: 12 complaints 2004 2005: 8 complaints 2005

2001: 57 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19842
198510
19866
198713
198819
198921
199012
199192
199277
199364
199450
1995117
199659
1997219
1998246
1999140
200081
200157
200232
200333
200412
20058

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

19% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing horn and alternator/generator/regulator.

CRASHFIREINJURYDEATH
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The motor caught on fire everything in the hood caught on fire in the middle of the street. Orlando street fresno ca 93706.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-04-19

Also filed under Structure

While attempting to start the car after the ignition was cranked for less than one second there was an explosion from under the hood resulting in fire. The fire was put out within a minute due to access of a nearby fire extinguisher.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-28

Also filed under Engine and fuel system, gasoline

1. When car is parked on incline, trunk lid fell down and injured me and my husband.2. The horn placenment in the steering wheel is such that the button cannot be found when the wheel is turned.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-05

Also filed under Structure

Steering

16% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion and tie rod assembly.

Visibility

14% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and motor.

FIRE
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A short in the rear window defroster caused a fire in the passenger compartment.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-09

Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing view of driver. Dealer has repaired windshield wipers three times, and problem still exists. Manufacturer has been notified.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-12-21

Engine

12% · 7 reports
FIREINJURY
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The intake plenium exploded and started a fire

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-17

Vehicle speed control

11% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing cruise control.

CRASH
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Vehicle would make weird noises; first time when making right turn, was grinding and then stopping. This caused driver to jerk forward. Then, a thumping noise before suddenly accelerating. Had happened every few yards.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-09-07

Also filed under Air bags

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2001-01-05Visibility00V346000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS No. 104, "Windshield wiping and washing systems." These vehicles have a wiper system…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor cover which contains the microprocessor.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2002-10-22Engineering analysisClosed 2004-03-09 Engine compartment fires
  3. R
    2002-12-19Latches/locks/linkages02V328000 On certain passenger vehicles, the emergency trunk release handle may be installed or forced out of the proper position.

    Remedy: Dealers will secure the emergency trunk release cable to ensure that the emergency trunk release handle operates properly. Owner notification began December 19, 2002. Owners who take their…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. I
    2007-06-12Engineering analysisClosed 2008-05-01 Engine compartment fire

Buy-smart checklist

2001 Buick Park Avenue — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 00V346000 · Visibility
  • Recall 02V328000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2001 Buick Park Avenue reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 Buick Park Avenue is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Buick Park Avenue?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Buick Park Avenue have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.