MYRModel Year Report

1988 Buick Reatta

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1988 Buick Reatta
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:36:24.916Z

Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Buick Reatta Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 10 complaints 1989 1990: 29 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1993: 1 complaints 1993
1988: 10 complaints
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YearComplaints
198810
198910
199029
19912
19931

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

10 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH
SEAT BELTS

1 of 10 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 10 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Buick Reatta — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 Buick Reatta 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 1988 Buick Reatta?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Buick Reatta have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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