1998 Buick Park Avenue vs 1998 Toyota Avalon
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 | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1998 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 246 | 178 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 86 | 78 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 29 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 73,171 mi | 73,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Park Avenue | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 97 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 19 |
| Seat Belts | 32 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 27 | 5 |
| Suspension | 13 | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 11 |
| Visibility | 6 | 19 |
| Power Train | 12 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 0 |
| Overheating | 10 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
1998 Buick Park Avenue
1998 Toyota Avalon
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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.