MYRModel Year Report

2004 Buick Park Avenue

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2004 Buick Park Avenue
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:43:00.325Z

Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Buick Park Avenue Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 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 2002 2003: 33 complaints 2004: 12 complaints 2004 2005: 8 complaints 2005
2004: 12 complaints
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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

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE INJURY
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HAD THE REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER ON WHILE DRIVING HOME AT 45 MPH WHICH IS JUST A 15 MINUTE RIDE AND WHEN I PULLED IN MY DRIVEWAY, SMOKE WAS FILING THE CABIN OF THE CAR. I POPPED THE HOOD AND LOOKED FOR DAMAGE AND DID NOT FIND ANY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120325

Also filed under VISIBILITY

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

3 of 12 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing headlights.

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Head lights automatically shut off while driving at night: 1) The vehicle senses it is after dusk and automatically turns on headlights while starting the engine (Manual head light switch is in off position).

NHTSA ODI report, 20230811

2004 PARK AVENUE HEADLIGHTS ARE DESIGNED WITH A NON-ADJUSTABLE FIXED ANGLE BETWEEN HIGH AND LOW BEAMS. *TS AS A RESULT THE CONSUMER HAS POOR VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20060705

CERTIFIED LTR RE DEFECTIVE HEADLIGHTS ON A 2004 PARK AVENUE, REQUESTS A DEFECTIVE INVESTIGATION AND A REFUND.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050302

WHEELS

2 of 12 total reports mention: wheels, most commonly citing rim.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CHROME COVERED ALUMINUM RIMS HAVE CORROSION, THAT CAUSES A LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, AND A TECHNICIAN CONCLUDED THAT ROAD SIDE SALT CAUSED THE FAILURE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20091005

VISIBILITY

1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing defroster/defogger/hvac system.

FIRE
VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Buick Park Avenue — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2002 ▲ 2003 ▲ 1994

WORST YEARS

■ 1998 ■ 1997 ■ 1999

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FAQ

Is the 2004 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 2004 Buick Park Avenue?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Buick Park Avenue have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.