Buick Skylark Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Buick Skylark — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998Best | Good | — | 15 | — | 4 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | Full report → |
| 1997 | Avoid | 1 | 72 | 2 | 2 | — | Service Brakes / Hydraulic | Full report → |
| 1996 | Avoid | 3 | 58 | 2 | 1 | — | Service Brakes / Hydraulic | Full report → |
| 1995Worst | Avoid | — | 72 | 6 | 5 | — | Service Brakes / Hydraulic | Full report → |
| 1994 | Avoid | 1 | 58 | 9 | 7 | 1 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 1993 | Caution | 1 | 31 | 3 | 3 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 1992 | Caution | 3 | 29 | 4 | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
7 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Buick Skylark Problems
Based on 335 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Skylark Years to Avoid
Best Skylark Years to Buy
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Buick Skylark Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Buick Skylark Reliability
What year Skylark has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 1995 Buick Skylark had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 72 complaints and 0 safety recalls. See the full 1995 report for specific defects.
Is the Buick Skylark reliable?
The Buick Skylark has accumulated 335 owner-filed complaints and 9 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 1 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 1998 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Skylark.
What are the most common Skylark problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Service Brakes / Hydraulic (63 reports), Electrical System (57 reports), Engine And Engine Cooling (39 reports), Power Train (21 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Skylark has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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