1994 Buick Century vs 1996 Buick Century
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 Buick Century | 1996 Buick Century |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 106 | 80 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 30 | 28 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Century | Buick Century |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 20 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 5 |
| Steering | 8 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 10 |
| Suspension | 7 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 7 |
| Stalling | 6 | 7 |
1994 Buick Century
1996 Buick Century
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.