1996 Buick Skylark vs 1997 Buick Skylark
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 | 1996 Buick Skylark | 1997 Buick Skylark |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 85 | 79 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 56 | 54 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Skylark | Buick Skylark |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 18 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 13 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 15 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 15 | 10 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 4 |
| Visibility | 4 | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 | 6 |
| Structure | 3 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 12 |
1996 Buick Skylark
1997 Buick Skylark
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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.