2002 Buick Century vs 2004 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 | 2002 Buick Century | 2004 Buick Century |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 154 | 39 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 386 | 405 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,000 mi | 76,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Century | Buick Century |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 24 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 25 | 0 |
| Visibility | 21 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 6 |
| Steering | 11 | 2 |
| Engine | 8 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2002 Buick Century
2004 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.