1999 Buick Century vs 2000 Buick Century
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 | 1999 Buick Century | 2000 Buick Century |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 235 | 193 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 98 | 322 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 57,808 mi | 60,935 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Century | Buick Century |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 55 | 21 |
| Power Train | 11 | 48 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 25 | 28 |
| Visibility | 29 | 23 |
| Exterior Lighting | 24 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 20 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 10 |
| Steering | 13 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 13 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 13 | 9 |
| Stalling | 6 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 13 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
1999 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.