1998 Buick Century Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1998 Buick Century. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Exterior lighting › HeadlightsCovers: Buick Century 1998–1999, Regal 1998–1999
Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the vertical head lamp adjusting device may not be calibrated properly.
Possible consequence: Driver visibility may be impaired increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with an owner's manual insert containing instructions for optically aiming the headlamps.
- Exterior lighting › HeadlightsCovers: Buick Century 1997–1998, Regal 1997–1998, Oldsmobile Intrigue 1999
Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The owner manuals do not contain the requirement information pertaining to the vehicle headlamp aiming device. This does not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Possible consequence: If the headlamp assemblies are replaced, customers may not be able to properly aim the headlights.
Remedy: Owners will be mailed an owner manual's insert which contains the appropriate information.
NHTSA investigations
← All problems reported for the 1998 Buick Century
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.