1982 Buick Skylark
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1982
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1982: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 3 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 38 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 48 |
| 1994 | 69 |
| 1995 | 86 |
| 1996 | 85 |
| 1997 | 79 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 2000 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Seat belts
1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing anchorage.
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The seat belts did not work while accident occurred, four people injured and one death due to seat belt failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-10-09
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system.
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Engine stalls when cornering or waiting at intersections with stop lights whenever ambient air temperatures exceed 85 degrees f*. Must wait longer as temps. Increase.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-07-05
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1982-03-08Power train82V018000 The clutch cable may rub against the master cylinder brake pipe when the clutch pedal is operated. Continued operation of the vehicle may result in wear through of the insulation on the clutch cable.
Remedy: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, correct system by providing a minimum 1/2 inch clearance between clutch cable and brake pipe to avoid metal on metal contact.
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1982-03-15Fuel system, gasoline82V021000 Under certaain conditions, the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and fuel tank filler vent pipe could fracture. The fracture of these clamps could cause fuel leakage at any of the four pipe…
Remedy: Dealer will inspect and replace the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and vent pipe at no cost to owner.
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1983-01-27Service brakes, hydraulic83V007000 Rear brake hoses may have been manufactured incorrectly when the metal end fittings were installed. Some rear brake hoses may separate from the metal end fittings when subjected to the pulling force…
Remedy: The dealer will inspect and replace, if necessary, the rear brake hoses at no charge to owners.
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1986-12-16Engineering analysisClosed 1988-09-19 Power st. Assist
Buy-smart checklist
1982 Buick Skylark — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 82V018000 · Power train
- Recall 82V021000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 83V007000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
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- Is the 1982 Buick Skylark 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 1982 Buick Skylark?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1982 Buick Skylark have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.