1997 Buick Park Avenue vs 1997 Dodge Intrepid
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 | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | 1997 Dodge Intrepid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 219 | 344 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 76 | 84 |
| Investigations | 5 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 26 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 18–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 91,525 mi | 93,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Park Avenue | Dodge Intrepid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 44 | 53 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 15 | 79 |
| Steering | 20 | 61 |
| Power Train | 24 | 53 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 38 | 20 |
| Seat Belts | 52 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 29 |
| Visibility | 14 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 8 |
| Stalling | 12 | 19 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
| Overheating | 0 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
1997 Buick Park Avenue
1997 Dodge Intrepid
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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.