MYRModel Year Report

2003 Buick Park Avenue

▲ Better than typical
2003 Buick Park Avenue
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:51:20.599Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
33
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2003

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

24% 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 1999 2000: 81 complaints 2001: 57 complaints 2002: 32 complaints 2003: 33 complaints 2003 33 2004: 12 complaints 2005: 8 complaints
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 2000 2001: 57 complaints 2002: 32 complaints 2003: 33 complaints 2003 33 2004: 12 complaints 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 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 33 complaints 2003 33 2004: 12 complaints 2004 2005: 8 complaints 2005

2003: 33 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.

Engine and engine cooling

24% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and engine.

Show complaint excerpts

I recently received a letter from GM stating that there may be a problem with coolant leaks around gaskets at the upper intake manifold or at the lower intake manifold which might "Cause high engine temperatures".

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-08

Tires

15% · 5 reports
Show complaint excerpts

New tires installed on vehicle 12/10/24. Passenger rear tire blew out at 65mph on interstate on 12/16/24. Car was able to be controlled, some damage to vehicle. Could have resulted in severe injury and/or death.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-18

I have a problem with a set of uniroyal tires that I purchased 2 years ago, within 11,000 miles the first separated, at 22,763 the second tire separated, at 30,875 the third tired separated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-31

Electrical system

15% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing horn and instrument cluster/panel.

Engine

12% · 4 reports

Service brakes

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

I was driving home from work. Suddenly lights started going off on my dashboard indicating that my ABS, traction control, and satiability control were out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-07-15

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. 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 →

Buy-smart checklist

2003 Buick Park Avenue — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

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

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FAQ

Is the 2003 Buick Park Avenue reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2003 Buick Park Avenue is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Buick Park Avenue?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Buick Park Avenue have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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