2002 Buick Park avenue problems
The Buick Park Avenue is a full-size car built by Buick. The nameplate was first used in 1975 for an appearance option package on the Electra 225 Limited. It became an Electra trim level in 1978 and its own model starting in the 1991 model year after the Electra was discontinued.
There were two generations of the Park Avenue that were manufactured in the United States until 2005. In 2007, the nameplate was revived on a large Buick sedan built by Shanghai GM for the Chinese market based on the Holden Caprice from the WM/WN range. The nameplate is derived from the affluent New York City boulevard, Park Avenue.
Electra Park Avenue (1975–1990)
1975-1976
Park Avenue first appeared as an appearance package on the 1975 Buick Electra Limited. It included similar seats to the Cadillac Sixty Special, optional full center console, Buick 455ci V8, posi-traction, 15-inch rallye sport wheels, rear automatic leveling, optional leather, optional Air Cushion Restraint System, remote mirror with thermometer, and automatic climate control. The 1976 cars were largely the same except for some styling revisions and added emissions systems.
1977-1984
Park Avenue, previously an appearance option package, became an official trim level on the Electra in 1978. Cosmetically, a different grille and redesigned tail lights were the only notable cosmetic changes that year but 1979 brought a redesigned, flat front end and a subtly different taillight treatment featuring a Buick crest and bisecting horizontal silver line. A more extensive redesign occurred for the 1980 model year.
1985-1990
Park Avenue remained the top trim on the Buick Electra, it was redesigned along with the rest of the Electra line, moving to the heavily downsized front wheel drive GM C-Body. It featured a Buick 3800 V6. The coupe version was discontinued in 1987. For 1989, Buick introduced the Park Avenue Ultra trim level. The Ultra was an upgrade to the Electra Park Avenue trim and featured a standard leather interior with dual 20-way power front seats designed and manufactured by Lear Siegler and styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro of Italdesign; lower-body accent exterior paint treatment; distinctive thick-padded french-seamed vinyl top with limousine-style rear-window surround (available only on Ultra); simulated burled elm trim on the doors and instrument panel; unique aluminum wheels; anti-lock brakes; chromed B-pillar moldings; specific grille and tail lamps; leather-wrapped steering wheel; electronic instrumentation; padded glove-compartment door and unique interior door panel trim. The Park Avenue Ultra carried a higher base price than Cadillac's Sedan de Ville. The Park Avenue Ultra did not gain much popular recognition, however, until the following generation of Park Avenue where the "Ultra" badge offered even more features.
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Common 2002 Buick Park avenue problems
The Buick Park Avenue, produced in the 2002 model year, has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. These issues primarily concern the car's air suspension, transmission, fuel gauge, and engine.
- Fuel Gauge: The fuel gauge in the 2002 Buick Park Avenue has been known to exhibit erratic behavior, particularly when the fuel level is low. The gauge may stick in place or bounce, leaving owners uncertain about the remaining fuel level. This issue is common in GM vehicles and can be frustrating for owners, as it may require frequent fuel level checks to avoid running out of fuel.
- Engine: Engine issues are a common complaint among owners of the 2002 Buick Park Avenue. These issues include stalling after warming up, hard shifting, hot air coming out of some vents when the A/C is on, the car shutting off while driving down the highway, and jerky shifts. These issues can be related to various components, including the engine control module, transmission, and fuel system.
In summary, the 2002 Buick Park Avenue has several common problems that owners have reported. These issues primarily concern the air suspension, transmission, fuel gauge, and engine. Addressing these issues promptly can help ensure the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.
Why does my Buick Park Avenue shut off while driving?
The most common reasons a Buick Park Avenue engine stalling are the fuel system, the air intake system, or the ignition system.
What was the last year of production for the Buick Park Avenue?
2005
The Park Avenue was discontinued after 2005 in the North American market and was replaced in 2006 by the Buick Lucerne.
Why won't my 2002 Buick Park Avenue start?
The most common reasons a Buick Park Avenue won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
Is Buick Park Avenue a luxury car?
The Ultra trim, with grandeur, promised an ensemble of features. It bridged the gap between Buick and Cadillac Sedan deVille territory with aspects such as memory seats, Twilight Sentinel, and traction control, elevating the Park Ave into a realm of affordable luxury.
Why won't my 2002 Buick Park Avenue start?
The most common reasons a Buick Park Avenue won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
Is Buick Park Avenue a luxury car?
The Ultra trim, with grandeur, promised an ensemble of features. It bridged the gap between Buick and Cadillac Sedan deVille territory with aspects such as memory seats, Twilight Sentinel, and traction control, elevating the Park Ave into a realm of affordable luxury.
Why does my Buick Park Avenue shut off while driving?
The most common reasons a Buick Park Avenue engine stalling are the fuel system, the air intake system, or the ignition system.
When did Buick stop making Park Avenue?
Production ended on June 18, 2004. The Park Avenue was discontinued after 2005 in the North American market and was replaced in 2006 by the Buick Lucerne.
2002 Buick Park avenue car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Buick Park avenue problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Visibility problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2002 Buick Park avenue vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2002 Buick Park avenue
The NHTSA has received 44 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2002 Buick Park avenue. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2002 Buick Park avenue vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-02
- VIN: 1G4CW54K424
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Rust got to the back end of this car it is completely detached this car is not safe in any shale or form. The backend could fall apart at any moment and completely make the tires and everything else fall right off. It has only been inspected by me and I am 100%sure it is rusted through and through. Just don't wanna see someone get hurt. The car vibrates on the highway.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-22
- VIN: 1G4CW54K324
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START-UP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-22
- VIN: 1G4CW54K624
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: MY CAR STARTED SMOKING BY THE MANIFOLD GASKETS UPON ME STARTING IT..I LEFT IT PARKED IN DRIVEWAY APPOX 2 -3 WEEKS , WHILE I DROVE MY 2ND VEHICLE...THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I HAD THIS PROBLEM WHENEVER MY VEHICLE SITS 2- 4 WEEKS ...THIS DO NOT MAKE SENSE TO MY CUS IT HAD NO PROBLEMS BEFORE I PARKED IT..ITS OBVIOUS I CAN'T DRIVE 2 VEHICLES AT THE SAME TIME HOWEVER EVERYTIME IT ITS FOR 2-4 WEEKS I SHOULDN'T HAVE TO REPLACE THE MANIFOLD GASKET EITHER..THIIS HAVE HAPPEN TO ME AND A FEW OF MY NEIGHBORS AS WELL..
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-13
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G4CW54K024
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A CHIME TWICE AND THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE LOST ACCELERATION AND A BURNING ODOR WAS PRESENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC (RICHIE'S AUTO REPAIR IN CHICAGO HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS) WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE IGNITION MODULE AND A COIL WERE DAMAGED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY CHRISTI ANSON CHEVROLET (9700 INDIANAPOLIS BOULEVARD HIGHLAND, INDIANA) FOR THE SAME FAILURE BACK ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2015 AND DECEMBER 15, 2012. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 107,000.
STEERING,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-16
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G4CW54K624
- Components: STEERING,AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO MOVE INDEPENDENTLY FROM LEFT TO RIGHT WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO A DITCH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED WHIPLASH AND BRUISES THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DEEMED DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-01-28
- VIN: 1G4CW54K024
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I HAVE BEEN SMELLING OIL BURNING SMELL WHEN I DRIVE MY CAR FOR A WHILE. TODAY I TOOK THE CAR TO MY MECHANIC AND HE TOLD ME IT'S "UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD/COOLANT LEAK. HE FOUND RECALLS ON PREVIOUS YEARS. HE ADVISED ME TO TALK TO GM. GM DIDN'T FIND ANY RECALL ON MY VIN AND TOLD ME I CAN'T BE COVERED. HOWEVER I FOUND MANY COMPLAINS BY OWNERS OF OTHER MODELS AND YEARS. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT 2002 MODELS WERE NOT REPORTED TO BE COVERED BY A RECALL. GM CONNECTED ME TO A BUICK DEALER IN MY AREA. THE PERSON WHO I SPOKE WITH WAS VERY RUDE AND UNCOOPERATIVE. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-04
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G4CW54K824
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO AVOID CRASHING INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE, THE CONTACT SWERVED AND CRASHED INTO A LIGHT POST. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A CUT ON THE EYEBROW, LIP AND SEVERAL BROKEN TEETH DUE TO THE IMPACT OF THE AIR BAG WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 33,127.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-09-15
- VIN: 1G4CW54K124
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED AS THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART AND RESUMED AS NORMAL. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON FOUR DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CRANK SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 49,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 51,000. DR
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-03-09
- VIN: 1G4CU541424
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST ACCELERATION POWER. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY REGAINED POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-10
- VIN: 1G4CW54K424
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SERVICING THE VEHICLE, THE DEALER FOUND A LEAK IN THE LOWER INTAKE GASKET. THE UPPER INTAKE WAS FOUND TO BE DEFORMED AND CAUSED A COOLING FLUID LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE WAS NOT REPORTED TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 45,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-04-29
- VIN: 1G4CW54K524
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: GAS GAUGE QUIT WORKING AND SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-03-13
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G4CW54K724
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, SMOKE AND FLAMES WERE SEEN FROM THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. A FIRE REPORT WAS FILED WITH NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC WHERE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 132,000. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-02-26
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G4CW54K624
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE AND FLAMES COMING FROM THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE CONTACT STATED HE WAS DRIVING WITH THE DEFROSTER ON FOR ABOUT 45 MINUTES WHEN THE WINDOW STARTED TO SMOKE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE AND A FIRE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE INCIDENT. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 195,000. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-29
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G4CU541824
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DROVE 2.5 MILES FROM STORE,PARKED IN DRIVEWAY ,WENT IN HOUSE, 3MINS LATER HEARD EXPLOSION,CAR ENGINE IN FLAMES,BURNED FOR 20 MINS UNTIL FIRE DEPT EXTINGUISHED. *KB
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-24
- VIN: 1G4HP54K22U
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: ON 12/24/2007 THE RIGHT REAR POWER WINDOW ON MY 2002 BUICK LESABRE BROKE. IT WAS REPAIRED AT A BUICK DEALERSHIP ON 12/28/2007. THIS IS THE THIRD POWER WINDOW TO BREAK. THE RIGHT FRONT WINDOW BROKE ON 6/28/2007 AND THE LEFT REAR WINDOW BROKE ON 12/4/2007. THESE WINDOWS ALL BROKE IN THE DOWN POSITION, SO A REPAIR IS NECESSARY. ALL WINDOW HAD VERY FEW OPERATIONS. I WOULD ESTIMATE NO MORE THAN 100 OPERATIONS FOR THE FRONT WINDOWS AND NO MORE THAN 50 OPERATIONS FOR THE REAR WINDOWS. THE RELIABILITY OF THE WINDOWS SHOULD BE BASED ON OPERATIONS AND NOT MILEAGE. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-10
- VIN: 3G5DB03E22S
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: BOTH OF THE REGULATORS IN THE FRONT DOORS OF MY VEHICLE HAVE FAILED. THIS HAS CAUSE THE PANE IN THE WINDOW TO SLIDE INSIDE OF THE DOOR. THE FIRST ONE DID IT WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE WHILE VACATIONING IN OHIO IN MAY OF THIS YEAR. THE SECOND WHEN I ARRIVED AT WORK ONE MORNING. I CALLED THE BUICK CS LINE TO REPORT IT, BEFORE I KNEW OF OTHER CONSUMERS WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM. I WAS ADVISED TO TAKE IT IN TO A GM DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE PROBLEM DIAGNOSED YET THE ONLY THING I WAS TOLD BY A TECH THERE WAS THAT THEY HAD SEEN THIS PROBLEM BEFORE BUT NEVER IN MY TYPE VEHICLE. WELL I KNOW OF TWO OTHERS WITH RENDEZVOUS AS WELL AS RAINIER AND LE SABERS. I WENT ONLINE AND FILED A COMPLAINT ON THE BUICK WEBSITE AND STILL HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED WITH A SOLUTION. I FEEL THIS IS A FACTORY DEFECT AND SHOULD BE REPAIRED AT NO COST TO THE CONSUMER. ESPECIALLY IF BUICK HAS SEEN THIS PROBLEM IN SEVERAL VEHICLES. EVEN WITH POSSIBILITY OF THIS BEING DANGEROUS TO MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN, IT IS NOT EVEN AFFORDABLE FOR A SINGLE PARENT LIKE ME TO HAVE IT REPAIRED. THE PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE OUTSIDE OF A GM REPAIR FACILITY. *TR
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-09-30
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1G4HR54K12U
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: ON 9/30/2007, I ROLLED MY DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW DOWN TO PAY FOR PARKING AT BWI AIRPORT. THE WINDOW WOULD NOT GO BACK UP. I PICKED UP SOME FRIENDS AND WE HEADED TO BALTIMORE MARYLAND WHERE WE HAD A RESERVATION FOR LUNCH. THE HIGHWAY HAD BEEN SCORED FOR FUTURE RE-SURFACING, SO THERE WAS MORE DEBRIS THAN USUAL. A PASSING CAR KICKED UP A STONE AND IT WENT PAST MY HEAD AND HIT MY PASSENGER IN THE BACK SEAT AT 60 MPH. FORTUNATELY, IT DIDN'T HIT ANYONE IN THEIR EYE OR ELSE THEIR INJURY WOULD HAVE BEEN SERIOUS AND REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-25
- VIN: 3G5DB03E72S
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING MY 2002 BUICK RENDEZVOUS IN 2007, THE GAS GAUGE STOPPED WORKING. IT HAD 84,000 MILES. COINCIDENTALLY MY CO-WORKER'S 2002 RENDEZVOUS DID THE SAME THING. BECAUSE OF THE BROKEN GAUGE I HAVE RUN OUT OF GAS ON THE ROAD. *TR
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-08
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: 2002 BUICK LESABRE - WINDOW REGULATORS CONSISTENTLY FAIL. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-07-13
- VIN: 3G5DB03E62S
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: ABS SYSTEM ENGAGES PREMATURELY. THIS STARTED AFTER DEALER REPLACED BACK BRAKES. ABS MODULE HAS BEEN REPLACED BY DEALER, BUT PROBLEM IS STILL PRESENT, INTERMITTENTLY. *TR
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-05-01
- VIN: 1G4CW54K124
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INTERIOR LOCKING MECHANISM IS DEFECTIVE WITHIN HIS VEHICLE. HE STATED THAT THE GEARS THAT HOLD THE LOCK IN PLACE ARE NO LONGER OPERATING. THE LOCKS HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THIS IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT DUE TO THE PLASTIC PIECE OF THE MECHANISM. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 39,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE LOCKS WERE REPAIRED PROPERLY HOWEVER, THE LOCKS CONTINUE TO BREAK. UPDATED 08/07/07 *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-03-10
- VIN: 1G4CW54K424
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS OR AT AN IDLE, KNOCKING NOISES CAME FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THE ENGINE MOTOR MOUNTS WERE WORN AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE MOTOR MOUNTS WERE REPLACED BY THE INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-24
- VIN: 1G4CW54K924
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: A LEAKING FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR ON 2002 BUICK PARK AVE COULD HAVE CAUSED A FIRE OR EXPLOSION WHICH MAY RESULT IN A FATAL ACCIDENT OR INJURY. FUEL WAS LEAKING OUT OF THE VACUUM PORT OF THE PRESSURE REGULATOR. GM NO LONGER USES THE PART NUMBER 17113660 WHICH WAS LEAKING ON MY VEHICLE. THEY HAVE REPLACED IT WITH PART NUMBER 12583236. I PLAN TO REPLACE THE LEAKING FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR WITH A NEW ONE AND WILL KEEP THE OLD ONE FOR INSPECTION. *JB
STEERING,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-15
- VIN: 3G5DB03E92S
- Components: STEERING,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: 36,200 MILES STEERING NOISE. BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS HAD TO BE REPLACED. ALSO HAS A PROBLEM WITH A REAR PUMP THAT HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. 36,400 MILES A/C QUIT AND WAS REPAIRED UNDER EXTENDED WARRANTY PURCHASED THROUGH OUTSIDE COMPANY. ALSO FOUND BOTH CV BOOTS LEAKING WHICH AREN'T COVERED.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-04
- VIN: 1G4CW54K624
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: DT: THE DEALERSHIP HAS TOLD HER SHE NEEDS NEW BRAKES. LAST YEAR ON 4-20-04 SHE BROUGHT IT IN TO HAVE THE OIL CHANGED AND COMPLAINED ABOUT A PULSATION IN THE BRAKES. THEY TOLD HER THAT BOTH FRONT AND REAR BRAKES WERE GONE AND THEY REPLACED THEM AT NO CHARGE. ON 5-4-05. SHE IS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH HER BRAKES. THE SERVICE MANAGER,TOLD HER THAT THE BRAKES WERE GONE AGAIN. THEY TOLD HER THAT IT WAS AN ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUE AND WOULD NOT BE COVERED. *NM..ON APRIL 20, 2004 CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR AN OIL CHANGE, AND TO CHECK FOR PULSATION. SHORTLY AFTER CHECKING VEHICLE MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT BRAKES ROTORS/PADS MALFUNCTIONED, AND REPLACED THEM. HOWEVER, BRAKES CONTINUED TO FAIL, AND CONSUMER ASKED FOR AN INVESTIGATION OF THE PROBLEM SINCE VEHICLE WAS NEW. *AK *SB
2002 Buick Park avenue recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2002 Buick Park avenue.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE MAY BE INSTALLED OR FORCED OUT OF THE PROPER POSITION.
- Consequence: IF THE CABLE IS OUT OF THE PROPER POSITION, IT COULD INCREASE THE FORCE REQUIRED TO ACTIVATE THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE AND A PERSON TRAPPED IN THE TRUNK MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RELEASE THE TRUNK LATCH USING THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL SECURE THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE CABLE TO ENSURE THAT THE EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE OPERATES PROPERLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 19, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300.
Negative 2002 Buick Park avenue car reviews
Positive 2002 Buick Park avenue car reviews
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Everything you had hoped for! The Park Ave Ultra is like being in your favorite chair.
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I'm glad to hear that you're enjoying it so far!
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This car is unbeatable in terms of value for money.
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The 2002 Buick Park Avenue is one of the best cars ever made. I have owned two and have enjoyed the extreme high quality of this vehicle!
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I love the classic body style of a Park Avenue. The spacious and comfortable interior makes me feel safe and secure on the road. UPDATE: I love how spacious this car is and how it floats like a speed boat down the interstate. The seats are extremely comfortable and do not hurt my back. This classic car feels and rides the same as a Cadillac. The cost of regular maintenance is a lot less with the 3.8 series 2 when compared to Cadillac's North Star engine. Same body platform as the Cadillac DTS. The steering wheel column gear shift, pull-out headlight knob, and the 55/45 bench seats are some of my favorite features. The extra leg room, wider seats, and lots of cargo space for storage make it even better. The overall length of the vehicle looks classy and elegant.
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Savion Skiles 2024-11-14
I've had to make 14 trips to the repair shop. However, the dealership has been awesome throughout the process. On the other hand, I have had some issues with GM. Unfortunately, they have not been returning my calls. Eventually, they did provide an extended warranty at no cost, but I never received anything in writing to confirm it. Thankfully, the dealership was able to print off their computer records to show the warranty. So far, they have made repairs to the doors, transmission, heads up computer, trunk leak, and on-star programming. Additionally, they fixed the key release, lock/unlock buttons, and door panel that kept coming off. The engine has been racing and running rough during start-up, but hopefully, there won't be any more issues in the future!
Dejon Nader 2024-09-29
I had a difficult experience with my Buick. The brakes have been problematic since the time of purchase, and despite having had over 5 brake jobs, the issue has not been resolved. Additionally, I experienced a major backache after sitting in the driver's seat for just 20 minutes. When I contacted the factory representative, they were not very empathetic and even suggested that my body was built weird. I have had to deal with more maintenance problems, and my car has spent over 20 days in the shop in just 5 months. Unfortunately, I have had similar experiences with other Buicks in the past, so I have decided to look for a different brand. Thank you for your understanding.