1995 Buick Skylark
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
41% of complaints: electrical system — 35 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing horn and ignition.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH THERE WAS GRAY WHITE TOXIC TYPE SMOKE COMING THROUGH VENTS OF VEHICLE. PROBLEM RESULTED IN VEHICLE BEING ENGULFED IN FLAMES. POSSIBLE CAUSE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURE AS NOTED BY GM INVESTIGATORS AND FIRE DEPARTMENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 19980526
MY HORN STOPPED WORKING. THE PROBLEM WAS TRACED TO THE HORN SWITCH. MY MECHANIC COULD NOT REPLACE THE HORN SWITCH BECAUSE IT IS PART OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY, WHICH HAD BEEN DISCONTINUED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141026
Also filed under AIR BAGS
22% of complaints: service brakes — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH FIRE14% of complaints: air bags — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and on-off switch assembly.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH VEHICLE WAS IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND BURNED DRIVER'S ARM. *AK THE SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RELEASE FROM THE BUCKLE. THE OCCUPANT HAD THE SQUEEZE UNDER THE SEAT BELT TO GET OUT. *SCC *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20030804
Also filed under SEAT BELTS
THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND BURNED THE DRIVER'S ARM. THE CHILD IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT AND THE CHILD IN REAR WERE ALSO INJURED. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030730
WHEN VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD-ON CRASH WITH A TELEPHONE POLE, THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG. THE CAR WAS CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS BY ALL STATE INSURANCE, CONSUMER CONTACTED THE G.M. MOTOR COMP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000210
13% of complaints: exterior lighting — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing headlights and turn signal.
12% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and emission control.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
STEERING COLUMN FIRES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE STARTER FAILS TO ENGAGE AND THE DRIVER HOLD THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION S
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY KIT AND VERIFY THAT THE VEHICLE WILL START WITH A PROPERLY CHARGED BATTERY IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION (ADEQUATE RESERVE CAPACITY, OR COLD CRANKING AMPS). THIS CAMPAIGN D
Campaign 00V287000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Buick Skylark — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (35 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V287000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Buick Skylark reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Buick Skylark is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Buick Skylark?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Buick Skylark 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.