- The problem
- The brake proportioner valves may break and separate from the master cylinder. This would allow brake fluid to leak and would result in a partial loss of the brake system.
- The fix
- The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace all suspect valves.
Vehicle safety record
1983 Buick Century Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1983 Buick Century with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 1983 for the differential proportional valve. For comparison, the 1982 has 3 and the 1984 has 8.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Century year, for its age
#54 most complained-about 1983 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1983 Buick Century problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1983 Buick Century recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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1 complaints about the 1983 Buick Century
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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Buick Century: every year compared
All Century years1983 Buick Century vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 Buick Century | 1 | 1 | A | |
| 1983 Buick Regal | 4 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1983 Buick Lesabre | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1983 Buick Riviera | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1983 Buick Skyhawk | 1 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 1983 Buick Skylark | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1983 Buick Century
Does the 1983 Buick Century have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1983 Buick Century: differential proportional valve (October 1983). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1983 Buick Century?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 1983 Buick Century had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 22, 1999 and the latest on June 22, 1999. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1983 Buick Century a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 97 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Buick Century year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Buick Century years have the most complaints?
1999 (241), 1998 (228), 2000 (205). See every Buick Century year compared.
What should I do if my 1983 Buick Century has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data