Is the Buick Park Avenue Reliable?
1992–2005 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Buick Park Avenue Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 99 | Excellent |
| 2004 | 0 | 7 | 2 | — | 97 | Excellent |
| 2003 | 1 | 17 | — | — | 94 | Excellent |
| 2002 | 0 | 22 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2001 | 2 | 39 | 1 | 2 | 74 | Good |
| 2000 | 3 | 54 | 3 | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 1999 | 3 | 89 | — | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 1998 | 1 | 198 | 6 | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 1997 | 1 | 203 | 10 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 1996 | 0 | 32 | 3 | 2 | 79 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Park Avenue Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Park Avenue scores 16 points above the average sedan — a strong result.
Known Buick Park Avenue Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 666 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Buick Park Avenue reliable?+
The Buick Park Avenue scores 88/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 11 recall campaigns and 666 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Park Avenue is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2005 Park Avenue achieved the highest reliability score of 99/100 with 0 recalls and 5 complaints.
How many miles does a Park Avenue last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Buick Park Avenue owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Park Avenue will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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