2004 Buick Century Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 15%of 39 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 100,700miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the fuel system of the 2004 Buick Century, 15% of the 39 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 100,700 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“You could smell gas inside and outside the car. I took it to my garage and they went all over it and could not find any reason for the smell. It didn't matter if the gas tank was full or half full. When the weather was warm it was much worse. I am wondering if there have been any other complaints about this problem. I am afraid the car will catch on file.”
NHTSA complaint #10702249, filed 2015-03, 106,400 miles“The gas gauge is not accurate even through it says no fuel it still has plenty in the tank. The car reverse up and goes on its own without using the gas pedal and when you put the brakes on it shutters. The windows don't work very well anymore.”
NHTSA complaint #10524693, filed 2013-07, 95,000 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Buick Century. The contact noticed that the fuel gauges were inoperative and displayed inaccurate readings on the instrument panel. The dial constantly displays that the fuel system does not have any gasoline. She is in the process of having the vehicle diagnosed to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer has not been notified. The failure mileage was 78,000 and current mileage was 116,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10234292, filed 2008-07, 78,000 miles“Consumer was able to hear the fuel slashing back and forth in the fuel tank due to the fact the tank was located under the passenger side seat. Also, there was crackling noise under the hood when the ignition was turned off. Dealership indicated that crackling noise was due to the weather, and the fuel slashing was a characteristic of the vehicle. Nothing could be done.”
NHTSA complaint #10061519, filed 2004-03Related service bulletins
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10199281May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10176310May 8, 2020This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing…
- 10171878Jan 2, 2020This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137635May 10, 2017This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
- 10114831Nov 15, 2016This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block that have a possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1 | 5% |
| 2004 | 6 | 15% |
| 2003 | 4 | 3% |
| 2002 | 7 | 5% |
| 2001 | 3 | 2% |
| 2000 | 9 | 5% |
| 1999 | 11 | 5% |
| 1998 | 12 | 6% |
| 1997 | 3 | 3% |
| 1996 | 11 | 14% |
| 1995 | 6 | 6% |
| 1994 | 7 | 7% |
| 1993 | 3 | 6% |
| 1991 | 2 | 5% |
| 1990 | 1 | 3% |
| 1989 | 2 | 5% |
| 1987 | 1 | 4% |
| 1986 | 1 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2004 Buick Century
11 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 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.
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