1996 Buick Park Avenue Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 12%of 59 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 200,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the brakes of the 1996 Buick Park Avenue, 12% of the 59 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 200,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“The contact stated the vehicle stalled at various speeds. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where the starter, timing belt, and electronic computer relay was replaced. Afterwards, the problem persisted and the vehicle was seen by a dealer. A NHTSA recall, # 96v116000 concerning the fuel system was completed by the dealer however, the stalling issue remained. The vehicle was taken back to the independent repair shop for further inspection of the fuel pump assembly. …”
NHTSA complaint #10153346, filed 2006-03, 200,000 miles“While driving consumer applied the brakes,and the pedal went to the floor. Consumer was able to stop the vehicle by applying the emergency brake, and drove it to the dealer. The mechanic replaced the master cylinder.”
NHTSA complaint #10107137, filed 2005-01“Vehicle was starting to pulstate and shortly after in april I t started to make noise when brakes were applied. Consumer took vehicle to a local mechanic. Mechanic found that rear rotors began to flake, cast iron was breaking down. Once rear rotors were replaced noise stopped.”
NHTSA complaint #887456, filed 2001-05“Rotors pulsate and extended stopping distance occurs when brakes are applied. Doesn't stop evenly. Dealer contacted, and cannot remedy problem due to warranty expiration. Problem still exists.”
NHTSA complaint #837057, filed 1999-04“In rainy conditions, the ABS braking system malfunctions, causing the brakes to have a extended stopping distance which almost resulted in an accident. Dealer cannot determine problem.”
NHTSA complaint #820285, filed 1998-01Related service bulletins
- 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…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 3 | 9% |
| 2002 | 2 | 6% |
| 2000 | 11 | 14% |
| 1999 | 15 | 11% |
| 1998 | 18 | 7% |
| 1997 | 39 | 18% |
| 1996 | 7 | 12% |
| 1995 | 12 | 10% |
| 1994 | 9 | 19% |
| 1993 | 21 | 33% |
| 1992 | 23 | 30% |
| 1991 | 59 | 64% |
| 1990 | 4 | 33% |
| 1989 | 3 | 14% |
| 1988 | 4 | 21% |
| 1986 | 2 | 33% |
Other parts of the 1996 Buick Park Avenue
10 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsTires
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Buick Park Avenue
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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