Major Problems with Buick Century Derived from Complaints & Recalls

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Best and Worst Years for Buick Century

Explore the chart showing how many complaints have been filed for each year of Buick Century.

Model Year	Complaints
2005 Century	18
2004 Century	36
2003 Century	123
2002 Century	149
2001 Century	144
2000 Century	192
1999 Century	235

Worst 3 Buick Century complaints

2002 Buick Century AIR BAGS Victims: 4 Mileage: 140000 miles

1999 Buick Century FRONTAL Victims: 2

2000 Buick Century SIDE/WINDOW Victims: 2

Browse Buick Century complaints by category

Problems with EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Buick Century owners.

Problem Category	Number of Problems
EXTERIOR LIGHTING while driving at night the headlights turned off by themselves. this has happened 3 times. when high/low beam selector was	71 ~ 81619 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. the contact stated that when activating the right turn signal the vehicle...	68 ~ 73235 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. the contact stated that the headlight bulbs were positioned too close to...	55 ~ 32880 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING while driving vehicle stalled. consumer restarted vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. mechanic informed consumer that the...	51 ~ 45004 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL when driving the car increase speed without touching the pedal will keep increasing speed slightly making you hit brakes or...	40 ~ 43390 miles
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY dt*: the contact stated the window switch that operated the front passenger side was inoperable. the window switch was located...	40 ~ 40780 miles
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2005 buick century headlights turn themselves off while driving.this has happened on three separate occasions . i believe a faulty	36 ~ 40194 miles
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC dt: consumer was driving the car and came to stop sign applied the brakes they failed and vehicle went through...	33 ~ 11966 miles
ENGINE tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. the contact stated while traveling 30 mph the vehicle decreased in acceleration....	31 ~ 87276 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER my 20005 buick century accelerated in a parking lot without my stepping on the gas. the car went air borne...	31 ~ 25271 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING dt*: the contact stated the window switch that operated the front passenger side was inoperable. the window switch was located...	29 ~ 41115 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC there was a problem with the brakes grabbing. vehicle had been to the dealer three times. the consumer felt the...	26 ~ 44870 miles
STEERING the "swaybar" for steering broke. i brought it to my mechanic and he says he has seen this issue with	25 ~ 49086 miles
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i brought my car to my buick dealer for service and was informed that the coolant had become sludgy. they...	24 ~ 44834 miles
AIR BAGS tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick century. while driving 35 mph the front of the contact's vehicle crashed into the...	22 ~ 38960 miles
POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2003 buick century. while driving at an unknown speed the vehicle began to decelerate and...	22 ~ 62124 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY there is glare from dashboard on windshield caused by a seam on top of dashboard. dealer test drove vehicle and...	20
SERVICE BRAKES total brake failure due to brake line corrosion. fortunately happened first thing in the morning while only about 1000 feet	18 ~ 75919 miles
MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING tl*the contact owns a 2003 buick century. the contact took her vehicle to the dealer for regularly scheduled maintenance. she...	18 ~ 42397 miles
STRUCTURE dt*: the contact stated the window switch that operated the front passenger side was inoperable. the window switch was located...	18 ~ 23111 miles
HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH > HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl*the contact owns a 2005 buick century. the headlights have been shutting off during the night. the failure has occurred...	17 ~ 56584 miles
TIRES tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. the contact stated that the headlight bulbs were positioned too close to...	16 ~ 23044 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS while driving 45 mph consumer's vehicle was involved in a head on collision. upon impact dual air bags did not	16 ~ 20436 miles
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING engine knocking while driving or running. dealer was notified. feel free to provide any further information. *ak...	15
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM horn is located in the center of steering wheel and is very difficult to get ti to sound. consumer feels...	15 ~ 5933 miles
SUSPENSION while driving driver's side and passenger's side windows when rolled down or half way down a loud vibrating sound was...	14 ~ 28437 miles
TIE ROD ASSEMBLY > LINKAGES > STEERING tl*the contact owns a 2004 buick century. while driving 50 mph and merging to the left the vehicle veered to...	11 ~ 27964 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. the contact was driving 45 mph when the smell of gasoline began...	10 ~ 72252 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC in stop & go traffic on highway went to stop for 8th or 9th time that morning and brakes failed...	10 ~ 46875 miles
VISIBILITY while driving driver's side and passenger's side windows when rolled down or half way down a loud vibrating sound was...	10 ~ 60443 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE ongoing leaks at bottom of both rear doors for some years despite at least 3 attempts by dealer to fix....	10 ~ 28200 miles
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC the consumer states that the pedal will not hold its breaking power and would slowly creep to the floor. *scc	10
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM the gas gauge is not accurate even through it says no fuel it still has plenty in the tank. the...	8 ~ 99332 miles
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2003 buick century. the contact stated the instrument panel was no longer functioning. the gauges...	8 ~ 60175 miles
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. the contact stated that the headlight bulbs were positioned too close to...	7 ~ 13286 miles
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2003 buick century. the contact stated that when using the windshield wipers in inclement weather...	7 ~ 3143 miles
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL dt: the contact stated after accelerating to pass another vehicle the cruise control would not deactivate. she tried with the...	7 ~ 24514 miles
MOTOR > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY consumer states that while driving the vehicle in the rain windshield wipers would work intermittently. dealer notified is a defective	7 ~ 14043 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES i noticed the sidwall seperating from the tread on the inside of my tire while i was washing my car...	7 ~ 5012 miles
SWITCH > HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. while driving approximately 60 mph the low beams stopped working and hindered...	6 ~ 44167 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL when using turn signals car dies all the dash lights flash and click. if i pull over and put the...	6 ~ 87153 miles
SEAT BELTS tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. the contact stated that the headlight bulbs were positioned too close to...	6 ~ 63500 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION recently in dec. 2008 my car had a suspension component part replaced. my 2004 buick century just 4 yrs. old...	6 ~ 41131 miles
INTERIOR LIGHTING dt*: the contact stated the window switch that operated the front passenger side was inoperable. the window switch was located...	6 ~ 41500 miles
GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN while in motion there was a thumping noise emmiting from the right front tire. the steering wheel locked and the...	6 ~ 21333 miles
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING consumer states when driving on the freeway the exhaust fumes enter into the passenger compartement. dealer notifed. feel free to	6 ~ 2167 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl*the contact owns a 2000 buick century. she stated that upon taking her vehicle in for state inspection it was...	5 ~ 57410 miles
EQUIPMENT driving on a country road the headlights went out. hit the dimmer switch and they came back on. it did...	5 ~ 52777 miles
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE the cross member holding the engine came loose and dropped the engine to about 6 inches from the ground. only...	5 ~ 43485 miles
SEATS 2005 buick century driver's seat sinks in the middle and the head rest equipment is too high.*no answer required* *mr...	5
HEAD RESTRAINT > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS 2005 buick century driver's seat sinks in the middle and the head rest equipment is too high.*no answer required* *mr...	5
TREAD/BELT > TIRES while driving at 70 mph there was a loud noise pulled off the road inspected the vehicle and discovered the	5
STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR > STEERING the steering wheel is starting to flake off. *ak...	5
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS the driver's side door was severely impacted but the side impact air bag did not deploy. the driver had a	5 ~ 6800 miles
RADIATOR ASSEMBLY > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2002 buick century. consumer states design defect *tgw the consumer stated his wife took the vehicle to a repair shop...	4 ~ 12125 miles
UNDERBODY SHIELDS > FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE i purchased a new 2002 buick century from auto mall putney vt on 0/06/01- only have 57 000 miles on...	4 ~ 1250 miles
WHEELS tl*- the contact stated that while driving the 2003 buick century with 50000 failure mileage at 55 mph and going...	4
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM dt*: the contact stated the window switch that operated the front passenger side was inoperable. the window switch was located...	4 ~ 59750 miles
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES dt*: the contact stated the window switch that operated the front passenger side was inoperable. the window switch was located...	4 ~ 13750 miles
REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS 2001 buick century developed problems with the seat belt constricting the consumer's daughter.*no answer required. mr the seat belt continued...	4 ~ 43011 miles
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM the alternator produced a loud humming sound. the dealer replaced the alternator three times however the problem continued. ak jb...	4 ~ 24316 miles
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS the consumer has not been able to have the recall parts (00v-228) to repair or replace the seat belt assembly	4
RACK AND PINION > STEERING dt:the contact owns a 2001 buick century custom. at 60 000 miles the power steering or the rack and pinion...	3 ~ 25000 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER began hearing popping noise across front from wheel areas. took into dealer where i purchased the vehicle several times. they...	3
DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC the brake pads wore out prematurely to the point where they were making a grinding metal to metal noise. the...	3 ~ 4733 miles
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT i have a 2002 buick century. last year i had problems with the windshield getting stuck in a vertical position....	3 ~ 24483 miles
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE this is in reference to consumer complaint # odi case number 10061519. i have experienced the same complaint of the...	3
ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT > MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT while changing a flat tire the jack collapsed which resulting in body damage to the vehicle. the dealer was notified....	3 ~ 6567 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > HYDRAULIC > POWER ASSIST when rear brake linings are wet or damp a terrible noise follows application along with severe grabbing and lock up...	3 ~ 21167 miles
LINKAGES > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY windshield wipers stop in the verticle position. this has happened twice the first time it was repaired under warranty on...	3 ~ 43400 miles
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT when driving vehicle drifts to the right. dealer has seen vehicle seven times and tried to correct. but problem still...	3 ~ 8000 miles
RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT when driving vehicle drifts to the right. dealer has seen vehicle seven times and tried to correct. but problem still...	3
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY major problems are caused by poor design and can not be fixed 1)with one rear window open in rear vehicle...	3 ~ 8000 miles
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY windshield glare from dashboard horn difficult to locate and hard to operate trunk lid height blocks view when backing up...	3
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM when driving there is a loud noise coming from under the vehicle due to the cataylic converter. vehicle has been	3 ~ 20000 miles
REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick century. the contact stated while driving 40 mph the rear-view mirror fractured and...	2 ~ 46500 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC in january of this year my 2003 buick century began with panel lights flashing on and off at various times...	2 ~ 109500 miles
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES there is a part missing on the driver's seat belt that makes it difficult to use. i find that drivers...	2 ~ 102000 miles
REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM the problem started with the trunk popping when the vehicle was placed in reverse. today my vehicle failed to pass...	2
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 2002 buick century with brake failure customer states that brake problems this early only means more problems to come**cc the...	2 ~ 17704 miles
WHEEL CYLINDERS > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS dt*: the contact stated while driving at any speed the rear brakes made a groaning noise. the dealership determined the...	2 ~ 8976 miles
SWITCH > TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING dt: the contact states the headlights go out for a few minutes and then they come back on. this has...	2 ~ 29450 miles
TORQUE CONVERTER > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN 2003 buick century has 90 000 miles. transmission shifts hard on acceleration/deceleration. obd ii reports dtc of p0742 - torque...	2 ~ 74325 miles
COLUMN > STEERING dt: contact stated there was small lever on the side of the steering wheel that was used to raise the...	2 ~ 27600 miles
HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING dt:the contact owns a 2001 buick century custom. at 60 000 miles the power steering or the rack and pinion...	2
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT 2005 buick century driver's seat sinks in the middle and the head rest equipment is too high.*no answer required* *mr...	2 ~ 62944 miles
SWITCH/WIRING > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY when starting the vehicle in the morning the windshield washer motor comes on squirting washer fluid. the directional arm control...	2 ~ 6900 miles
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM while pulling out of a driveway a loud clanking noise was heard coming from the front. also dashboard light flashed...	2
LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS wheel and/or hub cap squeaks are evident at lower road speeds. i complained to dealer in october of last year...	2 ~ 20717 miles
CONTROL UNIT/MODULE > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC buick century 2001 dealer/repair told me that i needed to replace the ebcm and control arms after i complained about...	2
PADS > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS the brake pads wore out prematurely to the point where they were making a grinding metal to metal noise. the...	2 ~ 39350 miles
RACK > RACK AND PINION > STEERING i recently had to replace the power steering rack assembly on my 2000 buick century with only 25 000 miles.	2
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS while driving 40 mph another vehicle caused the vehicle to run off the road. the vehicle hit a tree yet...	2 ~ 55600 miles
FRONT > SEAT BELTS consumer stated front seat belts didn't hold the passenger in the seat.*ak...	2 ~ 39500 miles
CALIPER > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS consumer had her automobile for a short period of time and a lot of things had gone wrong. electrical system...	2 ~ 26400 miles
DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC when the brakes were applied the vehicle produced a loud grinding noise like metal to metal. the brake had been	2
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR my 2002 buick century developed a problem with the following lights coming on - service engine light anti lock. i...	2 ~ 44000 miles
WHEEL BEARING > FRONT > SUSPENSION consumer states that while driving and no warning the left rear wheel bearing broke causing a loud noise and the	2 ~ 5850 miles
MACPHERSON STRUT > FRONT > SUSPENSION when changing gears vehicle really feels rough. consumer can feel transmission moving like something is broken. *ak.when in first and...	2 ~ 12000 miles
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM wiring under fuse panel caught on fire and melted wires in fuse box. no fuses blew to protect wiring. *ak...	2 ~ 23000 miles
LOWER ARM > CONTROL ARM > FRONT consumer states has had numerous brake problems since vehicle was purchased. at 11500 mi had to have rotors turned and...	2 ~ 26780 miles
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE not a safety issue but surely a defect - injectors clogging every 7000 miles....	2
LINKAGES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL while pulling into a parking space vehicle suddenly accelerated and hit the side of sears building. driver sustained minor bruises	2
WEBBING > FRONT > SEAT BELTS seat belt does not adjust to fix consumer's shoulder belt lays on her neck. manufacturer notified and informed consumer that	2
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE consumer noticed water running from the door frame after opening and closing the door. *ak...	2
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN the engine was defective resulting in a metallic noise. nlm...	2
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL gas pedal is too low causing driver to feel pressure when accelerating. owner states this is a design flaw and...	2 ~ 22500 miles
DRUM > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS consumer received recall 00v143000 concerning rear drum brake failure. took vehicle to dealer. but dealer stated parts were not available.	2 ~ 32109 miles
LOCK > TRUNK LID > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES after being driven and then parked truck lid popped open once vehicle was shut off. *ak ...	2 ~ 21500 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER i had to replace the head gasket twice. mechanic indicated the first time that the coolant might be the cause...	1 ~ 78000 miles
GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2005 buick century. the contact stated while traveling 30 mph the vehicle decreased in acceleration....	1 ~ 140193 miles
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY 2005 buick century custom. purchased used in excellent condition from ford dealership in 2011. electric windows worked fine then in...	1 ~ 121000 miles
HUB > FRONT > SUSPENSION tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick century. the contact stated that the oil was being changed when he was...	1 ~ 120000 miles
WHEEL SPEED SENSOR > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC tl*the contact owns a 2002 buick century. while driving approximately 60 mph the abs braking system and the track off...	1 ~ 70000 miles
CONTROL MODULE > ANTI-THEFT > IGNITION the vehicle anti theft system on my 2000 buick century keeps failing and has put my family and i in	1 ~ 110000 miles
OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL > OTHER > EQUIPMENT 2001 buick century suddenly accelerates when cruise control is on but not engaged. this typically happens when hitting a bump...	1 ~ 68000 miles
VALVE > TIRES tl*the contact owns a 2005 ford mustang gt. the contact heard an unfamiliar noise and three of the four tires...	1 ~ 98000 miles
COIL SPRINGS > SPRINGS > FRONT tl* the contact owns a 2003 buick century. the contact was driving various speeds with the headlights in activation. suddenly...	1 ~ 67000 miles
LUBRICANT > MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN the 2003 has a number of issues. 1. the lights turn off at random in the dark. this has happened...	1
MASTER CYLINDER > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 2003 buick century with leaking brake cylinders. customer states the dealer told him this was caused by hitting a pot...	1 ~ 18000 miles
HUBCAP/COVER > WHEELS when i had an oil change at about 32 000 miles the mechanic indicated the oil was a quart low....	1 ~ 34000 miles
ANTI-THEFT DEVICES > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT my 2003 buick century developed a problem wherein the anti-lock brake system was energize at very odd times i.e. when...	1 ~ 66000 miles
HYDRAULIC > DRIVELINE > PARKING BRAKE emergency brake will not engage. vehicle rolls forward after the brake has been engaged when parking on a hill. vehicle...	1 ~ 34000 miles
INFLATOR MODULE > DRIVER SIDE > FRONTAL dt*: the contact stated that on june 28 2006 the safety air bag warning light illuminated. the light remained on...	1 ~ 38300 miles
AXLE HUBS > POWER TRAIN tl* - the contact purchased a pre-owned 2002 buick century from buick landmark automobile of tuscaloosa on 10/22/2002 with 24733...	1
SHOES/LININGS > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS dt*: the contact stated while driving at any speed the rear brakes made a groaning noise. the dealership determined the...	1 ~ 17952 miles
POWER ADJUST > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS the drivers power seat will sometimes move forward when initially occupied this happens with-out the control button being activated. *nm...	1 ~ 28800 miles
SEAT HEATER/COOLER > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle was parked the seat caught on fire. the fire department was contacted and...	1 ~ 50000 miles
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN i have a 2000 buick century. the transmission started to shift hard at 70000 miles in sept of 2001 and...	1 ~ 99000 miles
CONTROL ARM > FRONT > SUSPENSION dt: the consumer owns a 1999 buick century. he states that six months after he purchased the vehicle he took...	1 ~ 54189 miles
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER consumer was able to hear the fuel slashing back and forth in the fuel tank due to the fact the...	1
HUB > WHEELS wheel and/or hub cap squeaks are evident at lower road speeds. i complained to dealer in october of last year...	1
STABILIZER BAR > FRONT > SUSPENSION dt: contact stated that when turning a corner he hears a clanking noise. the dealer told him it was a...	1 ~ 60000 miles
PARKING BRAKE the door locks failed to lock from using the remote key entry device. also consumer noticed that the lock button...	1
FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER the gas gauge malfunctioned. it indicated that there was more gas than what was really in the gas tank. *ak...	1
EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING consumer complained about doors locking and unlocking while driving. the dealer inspected the vehicle several times but could not duplicate...	1
CABLES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL while driving at normal speed and without any warning vehicle suddenly accelerated. dealer replaced the gas pedal assembly but problem	1 ~ 28000 miles
DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC defect on lr proportioning valve was found after repair on brakes. consumer requesting reimbursement for the repair. (nar) la cb	1 ~ 38000 miles
SHIFT PATTERN INDICATOR > MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN unsure if this is an actual safety problem but it relates to transmission problems for our 1999 buick century. since...	1 ~ 43995 miles
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE dealer replaced fuel pump at 31000 miles. the consumer stated that the vehicle was running without a warranty. *ak the	1 ~ 31500 miles
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER on 12/12/03 after pulling into the local snappy carwash our 2002 buick century would not crank the engine. the ignition...	1
PUMP > HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST > STEERING while driving the owner heard a loud noise. when the driver made a turn in either direction the steering became	1 ~ 12430 miles
MULTIPLE AXLE > SUSPENSION consumer states that while driving and no warning the left rear wheel bearing broke causing a loud noise and the	1
PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN i was parked on a hill facing forward or up hill when i took off the parking brake and put...	1
IDLER AND ATTACHMENT > ARM > LINKAGES front right wheels of buick century make a clunking noise when making right turn.had front strut e3850 also 22064745 w-strut...	1 ~ 22391 miles
SWITCH > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM there's a problem with ignition consumer has to jiggle key to get it to turn. please provide any further information.*ak...	1
MODULE > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM computer would not act properly. when starting vehicle it would start making some squealing noises then it would stop. contacted	1
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS tl*the contact owns a 2000 buick century. none of the rear seat belt buckles function. the rear driver and passenger...	1 ~ 4000 miles
FAN/MOTOR > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY vehicle experiencing problem with water getting into all the windows only during cold weather season. dealer was notified and informed...	1
RETRACTOR > FRONT > SEAT BELTS while placing a child seat in vehicle seat belt would not come from retractor. took vehicle to dealer and it	1
BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE the black plastic air deflector under the front bumper comes in contact with the ground. yh ...	1
DRIVESHAFT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN with vehicle parked on a slight incline consumer placed lever into reverse instead of going backwards the vehicle rolls forward	1
INTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY the controls for the side view mirrors are hard to operate while driving. *ak...	1
REAR > SUSPENSION lights are too dim to drive at night going 55 mph. *mjs...	1
ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT > WINDSHIELD > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM 2002 buick century with several problems. consumer states that the electric window controls had to be replaced due to failure....	1 ~ 38000 miles
ARM > SPINDLE > KNUCKLE nhtsa recall 00v143000 and manufacturer's recall 00047. no parts were available.*ak...	1
GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) > STEERING the consumer states that the vehicle is having problems with the steering. the steering was replaced and the problem still...	1
BACK UP LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING the reverse lights and tag light stopped working due to fraying of wires near trunk hinge. fraying also cased the...	1
TRUNK LID > BODY > STRUCTURE windshield glare from dashboard horn difficult to locate and hard to operate trunk lid height blocks view when backing up...	1
AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM > SPRINGS > FRONT consumer complains that the drivers sun visor hits the rear view mirror when in use causing him to readjust the	1
SWITCH > HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2002 buick century with several problems. consumer states that the electric window controls had to be replaced due to failure....	1 ~ 38000 miles
DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER dashboard is constructed of a shinny vinyl material which reflects onto windshield creating poor visibility. mjs...	1
WHEEL SPEED SENSOR > ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR wheel sensor failed causing auto track off and service engine soon lights to illuminate....	1

FAQ

What year Buick Century is the most reliable?

Speaking of the models produced in the last 7 years, Buick Century models of 2005, 2004, 2003 year of manufacture have had the least number of complaints.

What year was a bad year for Buick Century?

Buick Century models of 1999 and 2000 are probably the years to be avoided like the plague due to a higher than an average number of issues reported.

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Mechanic tool set

Crescent 180 Pc. Professional Tool Set i...
- The Crescent Professional Tool Set has a newly designed 72T quick release ratchet
- Carefully selected assortment of hand tools for most industrial, mechanical, and consumer applications
- Get incredible access from combination wrenches with narrow heads,...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 215 Piece, ...
- MINIMAL ARCH SWING: 72-tooth 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. Drive Ratchets produce a 5-degree arc swing. Ideal balance between access and durability.
- VERSATILE: Comprehensive set of 1/4 in., 3/8 in. Drive Sockets and Drive Tool...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 230 Piece w...
- TACKLE A VARIETY OF PROJECTS: Complete automotive jobs and general mechanic fixes with this heavy-duty, 230-piece all-in-one mechanic tool set
- OPEN AND CLOSE THE DRAWERS WITH ONE HAND as you work with a spring-loaded locking...
DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 1/4" & 3/8" &...
- 72 tooth count ratchet providing a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Anti-slip driver handle provides maximum comfort
- Housed in a durable carrying case with metal latches
- Full-polish chrome for corrosion resistance
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Se...
- Socket sets include 72 tooth count ratchets which allow for a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Ratchets include a low profile directional lever to help reduce catch points and for easy...
Amazon Basics Mechanic's Tool Set with C...
- Mechanic tool kit and socket set for tackling multiple sizes and types of fasteners, especially nuts and bolts
- Includes a 201-piece set that combines most popular sockets, wrenches, hex keys, and screwdriver bits
- Both metric...

Tool box

TUFFIOM 8-Drawer Rolling Tool Chest w/Lo...
- LARGE STORAGE CAPACITY: The rolling tool chest is designed with 8 drawers and 1 bottom cabinet for storing tools, small equipment or other objects. And the bottom cabinet features side hooks for hanging tools like...
beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST...
- Sturdy + Stackable: Durable Auto-Lock Latches Make Connecting These Stackable Units Quick And Easy
- Quick Access: The Quick-Release On The Locking Latch Allows You To Easily Separate Each Module When Stacked For Quick Access To...
BIG RED ANTBD133-XB Torin 20" Portable 3...
- Heavy duty tool box is made of thick steel, with powder coat red paint finish, beautiful and easy to clean
- Measures 20.5" L x 8.5" W x 12" H, and is equipped with 3 drawers...
DEKOPRO 228 Piece Socket Wrench Auto Rep...
- HIGH QUALITY&STANDARDS:Forged from high-quality steel and finished in high-polish chrome,strength, durability, anti-corrosion protection.All the tools meet or exceed ANSI critical standards
- COMPLETE VARIETIES:Contains tools needed for most small repairs and basic DIY projects around the...
Torin 17-Inch Plastic Tool Box,3-Tiers M...
- Tough metal latches are solid and easy to open and close, with long use life
- Foldable three-tier tray provides you with more storage space and you can separate metric and imperial tools to take them...
CARTMAN 148 Piece Automotive and Househo...
- Comprehensive Tool Set: The Cartman 148-Piece Tool Kit includes all the crucial tools needed for everyday home repairs and maintenance, from cutting to tightening, measuring to hammering.
- Durable and Corrosion-Resistant: All tools in the kit...