1996 Buick Riviera vs 1998 Buick Riviera
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Buick Riviera | 1998 Buick Riviera |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 44 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 44 | 48 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Riviera | Buick Riviera |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 5 |
| Steering | 4 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 2 |
| Power Train | 7 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 4 |
1996 Buick Riviera
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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.