- The problem
- Dorman is recalling 979 steering knuckles, dorman p/nos. 697-902 And 697-903, sold under dorman's "oe solutions<sup>tm</sup>" brand name, and napa p/nos. 7-8502 And 7-8503 which were sold for replacement use on the various vehicles listed above. A potential material or design defect could result in the steering knuckle breaking in the hub area.
- The risk
- A broken steering knuckle could result in loss of steering control and a possible crash without warning.
- The fix
- Dorman will notify owners and replace the defective steering knuckles free of charge and reimburse the repair facility or owner for labor. The recall began on february 23, 2009. Owners may contact dorman's toll-free hotline at 1-800-523-2492 and press 5.
Vehicle safety record
2005 Buick Century Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the 2005 Buick Century with NHTSA, most often about the lights (9) and the electrical system (6). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 injury. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in February 2009 for the steering. For comparison, the 2004 has 39.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Century year, for its age
#194 most complained-about 2005 vehicle
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2005 Buick Century problems
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2005 Buick Century recalls 2
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
- The problem
- Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. Fp10020-11b1, fp10026-11b1, and fp10027-11b1, sold after january 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. The universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.
- The risk
- FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- The fix
- Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. The recall began on april 23, 2007. Owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.
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19 complaints about the 2005 Buick Century
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No abs light on but they don't work. But also there is hot wire running at all times I don't know where it coming from my o2 sensor keep coming on
Total brake failure, due to brake line corrosion. Fortunately happened first thing in the morning while only about 1000 feet from home and while driving at low speed was able to safely stop.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. While driving approximately 60 mph, the low beams stopped working and hindered the contact's visibility while the vehicle was in motion. The contact had to hold the switch to get the high beams to remain illuminated due to the failure. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the multi-function switch on the column for the lights needed to be replaced, including prematurely deteriorated ground wires. The dealer stated that the parts were to be ordered,...
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but were not yet available for them to provide a specific date of when the part would be available to complete the repair. The contact left the vehicle at the dealer until the part was available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 118,000.
A few times in the last 2 years the headlights have turned off while driving for no reason. Once while I was in the car with a friend who also owns a buick the issue occurred and he told me his car had been recalled for the same issue. I contacted buick, who denied any knowledge of the issue, they referred me to my local buick dealer who was aware of the problem but indicated my model was not one that had been recalled. As gm said they had no liability, I paid my local buick dealer to diagnose the issue, which they...
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determined was a faulty headlight sensor. The part was replaced at my expense on july 1, 2015. 3 Weeks ago the issue occurred again, driving on a dark country road the headlights went out. I contacted gm again, they assigned a file # 8-1631489873 but assumed no responsibility, again telling me to deal with my local buick dealer.
Headlights turned off while driving. No headlights or brights only available.
We have had our 2005 buick lacrosse for about six months now and want to report this lighting safety concern. This headlight incident with our buick has actually happened to us, three times since mid april. The first time it happened, we were driving one evening, suddenly our low beam headlights went off. This was very frightening as it was a dark stretch of road, with traffic. I slowed and found a reasonable safe spot to pull over. I tried turning the headlight switch in several positions with no success. We...
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normally keep the headlamp switch in the auto position. Our low beam headlights still were not coming on. I then found I cound turn my high beams on, so I did to illuminate the road and be able to drive home. Driving with only high beams is both dangerous and illegal. It can be blinding to on coming traffic and I could have been cited if I had been pulled over by the police. From where my low beams went out, to home was about 4.5 Miles. Right before pulling in at home my low beams came back on. I turned off the high beams and still had the low beams. Quite unusual. Then within a 2 to 3 week stretch, my low beam headlights went out twice again. Right away, I turned on my high beams and within 15 - 20 minutes, low beams came back on. While I'm able to light up the road using the high beams if this happens again - it still is not a safe alternative. There is an issue. I don't know if it's a module problem, bad wiring, I just don't know. I did find out on the internet, other same year, make and model drivers have experienced this same issue. Lights going out for no reason while driving at night needs to be addressed. Thank you for researching and getting gm to do the right thing and have them fix this safety issue.
2005 Buick century custom. Purchased used in excellent condition from ford dealership in 2011. Electric windows worked fine, then in 2012, 1 of the windows just fell down the track. A cpl months later another did the same thing and then a cpl more months a third one fell. I removed the door panels as these incidents happened and could feel a cable laying loose down in the bottom of the doorwell. I'm not sure if a "possible pulley" or the cables theirselves broke, but this is an obvious issue with this make, model &...
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year from what I read on carparts.Com. I now have pieces of 1"x2"'s wedged in to hold them up because of lack of funds. If this is actually a common issue, as I read, then this should be considered to make it as a recall. Thank you **note - I only drive this car between 50-65 mi. A week on paved roads and no rough driving and the car has never been in any accidents ever. A very well taken care of vehicle. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. The contact stated while traveling 30 mph, the vehicle decreased in acceleration. The vehicle veered to the right and was driven onto the emergency lane and placed in neutral gear. The vehicle was restarted and resumed normal operation. The failure recurred six times. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The dealer stated that failure occurred because the vehicle needed a psi fuel regulator, ses lamp light and egr valve . The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The current and failure mileage were 140,193. Updated 8/19/14*cn the consumer stated the vehicle was traded in. Updated 08/27/2014 *js
While driving at night, the headlights turned off by themselves. This has happened 3 times. When high/low beam selector was used, lights returned on. Suspect faulty switch?? *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. The contact stated that when activating the right turn signal, the vehicle would stall. When activating the left turn signal, the instrument panel would flash abnormally. The dealer and manufacturer were contacted and denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. The contact believed that the ignition starter switch would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 87,000 and the current mileage was 88,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. The contact was driving 45 mph when the smell of gasoline began to fill the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that the overpowering odor was often unbearable to where he was unable to operate the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic and the mechanic was unable to diagnose the problem. The dealer was contacted to secure an appointment for diagnostic testing. The contact believed the vehicle was unsafe to drive due to the overpowering and offensive odor. The failure mileage was 76,860.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. The contact stated that the headlight bulbs were positioned too close to the plastic cover lens causing the plastic cover to fog. The failure would cause reduced visibility of the roadway and the contact believed the failure could potentially cause a fire. The dealer advised they were not able to assist with the defect. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 57,000 and the current mileage was 72,617. Updated 12/21/10 *bf the consumer stated the transmission was slipping, the rotors, tires and seat belts needed to be replaced. Updated 12/3/10
My 20005 buick century, accelerated in a parking lot without my stepping on the gas. The car went air borne, jumping the curb going through a ditch and up an embankment before I was able to get the car under control.. This was the first occurrence. *Tr
2005 Buick century headlights turn themselves off while driving.This has happened on three separate occasions . I believe a faulty high low beam switch is the problem. *Tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick century. The headlights have been shutting off during the night. The failure has occurred four times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that a new dimmer switch was needed. The manufacturer stated that the dealer would cover half of the repair costs. The contact feels that he should not be charged at all because this is a safety hazard. The current mileage was 69,000 and failure mileage was 68,977. Updated 4/23/08 *cn
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick century. While driving 35 mph, the front of the contact's vehicle crashed into the side of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The driver was wearing a seat belt, but sustained bruises to his chest caused by striking the steering wheel. The cause of the failure was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 42,355.
Emergency brake will not engage. Vehicle rolls forward after the brake has been engaged when parking on a hill. Vehicle was taken in to get repaired, the drums were tightened and car stopped rolling forward. 6 Months later the car is rolling again when parked on a hill.
Dt*: the contact stated the window switch that operated the front passenger side was inoperable. The window switch was located on the front driver side. When opening the window, the glass would not come down smoothly and dropped forcefully. Also, the rear right door panel was loose, and slid when the door was shut. Third, the light in the glove compartment did not illuminate. Fourth, when the vehicle was in the park position, the driver side door would not unlock automatically. Finally, the contact noticed...
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a ticking noise coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer on several occasions where the problems were acknowledged, however no repairs were made. Updated 10/17/2006 - *nm
2005 Buick century driver's seat sinks in the middle, and the head rest equipment is too high.***No answer required*** *mr the head rest would obstruct the consumers view and rear view mirror. The remote for the door did not work as designed, the consumer would have to be very close to the vehicle before it would work. *Sc *jb
Buick Century: every year compared
All Century years2005 Buick Century vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Buick Century | 19 | 2 | B | |
| 2005 Buick Lacrosse | 315 | 5 | D | Compare |
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 138 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 120 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 103 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Buick Lesabre | 77 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Buick Park Avenue | 8 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2005 Buick Regal | 4 | 0 | A | Compare |
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Questions about the 2005 Buick Century
Does the 2005 Buick Century have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Buick Century: steering (February 2009); pressure relief devices (March 2007). 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 2005 Buick Century?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the lights (9), electrical system (6), brakes (3).
How many complaints has the 2005 Buick Century had?
19 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 3, 2005 and the latest on April 4, 2025. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 2005 Buick Century a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 64 out of 100 (grade B: 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 2005 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