- The problem
- Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (To see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
- The risk
- This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
- The fix
- Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Vehicle safety record
1985 Buick Century Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 1985 Buick Century with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (3) and the steering (3). Those complaints describe 2 fires. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2006 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1984 has 8 and the 1986 has 24.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Century year, for its age
#31 most complained-about 1985 vehicle
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1985 Buick Century problems
Share of all 9 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1985 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
What owners say
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9 complaints about the 1985 Buick Century
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Itis very difficult to turn steering wheel. Dealer repaired power steering once under a recall. Consumer stated problem has reoccurred. Please provide any further information.*Ak
ENGINE MOTOR BLOCK CRACKED.
While driving the rear right brake caliper broke and was difficult to stop. Prior to this, the left side had brake fluid leakage. *Ak
When applying the hydraulic brakes in a sudden stop situation, the vehicle's right rear brakes locked up, lost control of vehicle. *Ak
Consumer was parking and overheated car caught on fire . Tt
COOLANT LEAK.
Vehicle fire in engine compartment, originating in vicinity of battery, ohio state police report. *Tw
Rack/pinion gears binding, causing wear and stiffness in steering. *Dh
'COLD POWER STEERING'.*SD
Buick Century: every year compared
All Century years1985 Buick Century vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Buick Century | 9 | 1 | A | |
| 1985 Buick Regal | 12 | 9 | C | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Park Avenue | 10 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Skylark | 6 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Lesabre | 5 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Somerset | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Riviera | 2 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Buick | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1 | 0 | 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 1985 Buick Century
Does the 1985 Buick Century have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1985 Buick Century: fuel system, gasoline (May 2006). 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 1985 Buick Century?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (3), steering (3), brakes (2).
How many complaints has the 1985 Buick Century had?
9 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 17, 1993 and the latest on June 27, 2001. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 2 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1985 Buick Century a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 81 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 1985 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