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1965-1990 · 21 model years
Buick Electra Problems by year
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the Buick Electra across 21 model years, and it has 28 recalls. The 1986 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (13), while 1983, 1985 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the brakes, followed by the engine & cooling.
- Complaints
- 30
- Recalls
- 28
- Crashes
- 2
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 3
- Deaths
- 0
Electra complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Electra problems
Buick Electra recalls 28
Owners manuals did not fully explain how front shoulder belt comfort feature works.
A small nylon bushing in the cruise control servo bail may slip out of place, causing intermittent and unexpected increases in engine speed or dieseling (engine run on with ignition off).
Excessive accelerator cable friction may restrict the cables free movement between the accelerator pedal and the throttle body.
An in line fusible link may melt down and cause a fire.
The anti lock brake system (abs) pressure/warning switch may exhibit brake fluid seepage which eventually can lead to loss of the brake system hydraulic pump motor. Additionally, the hydraulic pump motor and abs electrical relays may have been exposed to...
There may not be enough clearance between the power steering pump return hose and the engine exhaust manifold. Consequence of defect: hose could...
The push pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out...
Rubber fuel hose could allow a slow fuel leak while the engine is running.
Under certain vehicle operating conditions, the governor weight retainer in the injection pump may fail. The throttle valve could stick, preventing return to idle and shut down of the engine by the driver.
The power brake vacuum hoses may fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "Brake hoses". The material used in the hoses will not perform according to specifications. The purpose of this regulation is stated as, "to reduce death and...
The involved vehicles may have been assembled with a brake pedal support bracket which was designed for use in diesel engine vehicles. The incorrect bracket may cause the service brakes to remain partially applied, resulting in brake overheating and reduced...
Latest Electra complaints
Vehicle 2009 buick enclave. Keeps turning on the light engine and at the dealership they keep telling me that is because I don't close the gas knob correctly. When the engine light turns on while im driving it gives me a message of power engine reduce and it reduce my speed and I can't continue driving. I've almost cause 2 accidents while im driving due to this issue. It will completely stop in certain times while im driving. Last incident 06/05/10. As well, my tire got flat around a month ago and I realized the dealership sold me the vehicle with no extra tire and emergency equipment to change my tire. *Tr
Tl*the contact owns a 1988 buick electra park avenue. The vehicle has firestone fr480 tires, size p205/75/r14. Within a 2-3 week time period, three of the four tires formed bubbles and then blew out. The contact noticed the bubbles on one of the tires prior to the blowout. Both rear tires and the front passenger side tire blew out, but no crash occurred. The latest failure occurred while driving approximately 15 mph. There are currently no recalls on the tires. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The dot number was unknown. The current mileage was 75,431 and failure mileage was 75,256. Updated 06/11/09. *Lj updated 06/11/09.*Jb
While applying the accelerator pedal, the vehicle accelerated uncontrollably. However, the driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. The vehicle was taken to a garage for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the throttle cable needed to be replaced and replaced it. A few weeks later while driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled. The driver tried to restart the vehicle and was able to do so. The vehicle was taken back to the garage for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the accelerator cable needed to be replaced again. Please provide further details. *Jb
Consumer bought a vehicle that was suppose to be in perfect condition. While driving home vehicle stalled and would not restart. Dealer was notified, but informed the consumer to pay for a diagnostic test and the repairs.*Ak
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the seat bracket which is now broken. Dealer has not been c ontacted yet. Mr
While the consumer was driving, the vehicle caught on fire in the engine compartment. (Ohio traffic crash report) *yh
Questions about the Buick Electra
Which Buick Electra years have the most problems?
Which Buick Electra years have the fewest complaints?
What are the most common Buick Electra problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the brakes (9), engine & cooling (5), seats & seat belts (5) most often.
How many recalls does the Buick Electra have?
NHTSA lists 28 recalls across all Buick Electra model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data