MYRModel Year Report

1996 Buick Roadmaster

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1996 Buick Roadmaster
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:05:02.440Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Buick Roadmaster Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1990: 0 complaints 1991: 9 complaints 1991 1992: 87 complaints 1993: 46 complaints 1993 1994: 85 complaints 1995: 50 complaints 1995 1996: 52 complaints 1996 1999: 1 complaints 1999
1996: 52 complaints
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YearComplaints
19891
19900
19919
199287
199346
199485
199550
199652
19991

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 8%

8% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 6%

6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 6%

6% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 3 distinct reports on file.

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FUEL PUMP FAILED & VEHICLE WOULD NOT START, VEHICLE TOWED TO SHOP, MECHANIC FOUND SHORTED FUEL PUMP DUE TO LOOSE WIRING THAT CAUSED ARCING IN TANK FOR SOME TIME. MECHANIC STATED THAT WIRING MAY NOT HAVE BEEN HOOKED UP PROPERLY AT FACTORY. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030624

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 4%

4% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 2 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING ACCELERATOR CABLE RUBBED UP AGAINST THE WIRING HARNESS DUE TO CABLE BEING INCORRECTLY ROUTED BY BUICK, CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL SHORT, RESULTING IN A FIRE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970310

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 4%

4% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 2 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19951208 — air bags

THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH BOTH THE SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT CAUTION LABEL AND A ROOF RACK CAUTION LABEL INSTALLED ON THE SAME SIDE OF THE SUN VISOR. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS

Remedy: A NEW ROOF RACK CAUTION LABEL, WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, WILL BE SENT DIRECTLY TO OWNERS. OWNERS WILL INSTALL THE LABEL OR HAVE THEIR DEALER INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM.

Campaign 95V215000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19960531 — EA (closed 19961224)

REAR WHEEL SEPARATION

R 19961202 — wheels

THE WHEEL LUG NUTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION DURING ASSEMBLY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE VEHICLE'S WHEEL LUG NUTS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION.

Campaign 96V245000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Buick Roadmaster — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 95V215000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 96V245000 (wheels) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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 1996 Buick Roadmaster?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:cooling system, accounting for 8% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Buick Roadmaster have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.