2002 Buick Park Avenue problems, complaints & recalls

2024-05-29 · Structure:body

“rust got to the back end of this car it is completely detached this car is not safe in any shale or form. the backend could fall apart at any moment and completely make the tires and everything else fall right off. it has only been inspected by me and i am 100%sure it is rusted through and through. just don't wanna see someone get hurt. the car vib…”

2021-03-25 · Engine

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick park avenue. the contact stated that on several occasions, the vehicle failed to start-up. the vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not informed of the failure. the failure mileage was not available. …”

2017-11-07 · Engine · 150,000 mi

“my car started smoking by the manifold gaskets upon me starting it..i left it parked in driveway appox 2 -3 weeks , while i drove my 2nd vehicle...this is the second time i had this problem whenever my vehicle sits 2- 4 weeks ...this do not make sense to my cus it had no problems before i parked it..its obvious i can't drive 2 vehicles at the same …”

2017-06-14 · Electrical System · 107,000 mi · 🔥 fire

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick park avenue. while driving approximately 35 mph, the contact heard a chime twice and the vehicle shook violently. the vehicle lost acceleration and a burning odor was present. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic (richie's auto repair in chicago heights, illinois) who diagnosed that the ignition module …”

2015-09-17 · Steering · 130,000 mi · 💥 crash

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick park avenue. while driving 45 mph, the steering wheel began to move independently from left to right without warning, causing the contact to crash into a ditch. the air bags did not deploy. a police report was filed. the contact sustained whiplash and bruises that did not require medical attention. the vehicle was …”

2015-01-28 · Engine · 79,000 mi

“i have been smelling oil burning smell when i drive my car for a while. today i took the car to my mechanic and he told me it's "upper intake manifold/coolant leak. he found recalls on previous years. he advised me to talk to gm. gm didn't find any recall on my vin and told me i can't be covered. however i found many complains by owners of other m…”

2014-12-03 · Air Bags · 33,127 mi · 💥 crash

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick park avenue. the contact stated that while attempting to avoid crashing into another vehicle, the contact swerved and crashed into a light post. the contact sustained a cut on the eyebrow, lip and several broken teeth due to the impact of the air bag which required medical attention. the police report was filed. th…”

2014-05-22 · Power Train · 49,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick park avenue. the contact stated that while traveling 50 mph, the power steering failed as the engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was able to restart and resumed as normal. the failure recurred on four different occasions. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the crank s…”

2014-04-22 · Engine · 200,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick park avenue. the contact stated that while traveling 55 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost acceleration power. the contact continued to drive and the vehicle eventually regained power. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. the failure mileage was 200,000. …”

2013-06-11 · Engine · 45,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick park avenue. the contact stated that while servicing the vehicle, the dealer found a leak in the lower intake gasket. the upper intake was found to be deformed and caused a cooling fluid leak. the vehicle was repaired. the failure was not reported to the manufacturer. the failure mileage and current mileage was 45,…”