- The problem
- 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 fix
- Dealer will replace the governor weight assembly in the injection pump at no cost to owner.
Vehicle safety record
1982 Buick Riviera Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1982 Buick Riviera with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in January 1982 for the fuel injection system. For comparison, the 1981 has 0 and the 1983 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Riviera year, for its age
#40 most complained-about 1982 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1982 Buick Riviera problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1982 Buick Riviera 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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1 complaints about the 1982 Buick Riviera
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The consumer had an enormous amount of work done on the front end of the vehicle, the mechanic still wasn't able to define the problem. *La the consumer had another mechanic look at the vehicle and he determined that the torsion bar would not work as it was intended to because of the excessive wear and tear on the front end components. Consumer feels that gm needs to check the cars for insulation. The vehicle is now repaired. *Cb *jb
Buick Riviera: every year compared
All Riviera years1982 Buick Riviera vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 Buick Riviera | 1 | 1 | A | |
| 1982 Buick Century | 3 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 1982 Buick Skylark | 3 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 1982 Buick Lesabre | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1982 Buick Regal | 1 | 2 | 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 1982 Buick Riviera
Does the 1982 Buick Riviera have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1982 Buick Riviera: fuel injection system (January 1982). 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 1982 Buick Riviera?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 1982 Buick Riviera had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 31, 2003 and the latest on December 31, 2003. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1982 Buick Riviera a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 77 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Buick Riviera 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 Riviera years have the most complaints?
1995 (130), 1996 (44), 1997 (43). See every Buick Riviera year compared.
What should I do if my 1982 Buick Riviera 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