- 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 Riviera Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1985 Buick Riviera with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (2) and the fuel system (1). Those complaints describe 2 fires. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in May 2006 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1984 has 0 and the 1986 has 3.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Riviera year, for its age
#95 most complained-about 1985 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1985 Buick Riviera problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1985 Buick Riviera 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
- 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).
- The risk
- Servo rod assembly could catch on engine components andresult in a stuck throttle with potential for a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Install a new bushing in cruise control servo bail.
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1985 Buick Riviera
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Vehicle suffered disabling fire damage in the engine compartment. Cause of fire appeared to be fuel system related, carburator was still wet with fuel residue. ( Ohio traffic accident report) *jg
While driving, fire developed and totally destroyed vehicle, possibly engine related. Ohio traffic crash report. *Slc
Buick Riviera: every year compared
All Riviera years1985 Buick Riviera vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Buick Riviera | 2 | 2 | D | |
| 1985 Buick Regal | 12 | 9 | C | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Park Avenue | 10 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1985 Buick Century | 9 | 1 | 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 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 Riviera
Does the 1985 Buick Riviera have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1985 Buick Riviera: fuel system, gasoline (May 2006); vehicle speed control (June 1989). 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 Riviera?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (2), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 1985 Buick Riviera had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 23, 2001 and the latest on February 27, 2002. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 2 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1985 Buick Riviera a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more 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 1985 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