MYRModel Year Report

1991 Buick Riviera

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1991 Buick Riviera
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:08:22.762Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
8

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 2 complaints 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 9 complaints 1990: 16 complaints 1991: 8 complaints 1991 8 1992: 12 complaints 1993: 5 complaints 1995: 130 complaints 1995 1996: 44 complaints 1997: 43 complaints 1998: 29 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 2000: 0 complaints
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 2 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 9 complaints 1990: 16 complaints 1991: 8 complaints 1991 8 1992: 12 complaints 1993: 5 complaints 1995: 130 complaints 1995 1996: 44 complaints 1997: 43 complaints 1997 1998: 29 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 2 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 9 complaints 1989 1990: 16 complaints 1990 1991: 8 complaints 1991 8 1992: 12 complaints 1992 1993: 5 complaints 1993 1995: 130 complaints 1995 1996: 44 complaints 1996 1997: 43 complaints 1997 1998: 29 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2000

1991: 8 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19810
19821
19831
19840
19852
19862
19875
19881
19899
199016
19918
199212
19935
1995130
199644
199743
199829
19996
20000

Known problem areas

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

6 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

Seat belts

3 of 8 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing and anchorage.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

During collision, no deployment of air bag and the shoulder harness failed, resulting in injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-10-20

Also filed under Air bags

The seatbelt in the front does not pull out. When it rains or snows the brake cause the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information.…

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-30

Also filed under Service brakes, air

Vehicle speed control

1 of 8 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Power train

1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train.

Parking brake

1 of 8 total reports mentions: parking brake, most commonly citing conventional.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1995-06-21Seat belts95V110000 The front outer shoulder belt web sew stop can become stuck in the retractor. The belt can be difficult to pull out of the retractor and some occupants may not be able to fasten the belt.

    Remedy: Dealer will install a webbing stop button if the customer requests repair.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Buick Riviera — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V110000 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1991 Buick Riviera 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 1991 Buick Riviera?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Buick Riviera 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.