1999 Buick Park Avenue Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 11%of 140 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 50,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the brakes of the 1999 Buick Park Avenue, 11% of the 140 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 50,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The complaint was received via e-mail. I went to goodyear to have my brakes checked when they removed the wheel cap, and the plastic snaps that hold the wheel caps in place fell off. The mechanic called me over and refused to take any more caps off. It was determined that I needed front brakes, and I gave him permission to take the second cap off. One more snap broke off. My car is a 1999 Buick Park Avenue ultra of 42,000 miles. Approximately a year ago I had to replace a cap that was missing at a cost of $54.00. …”
NHTSA complaint #10105300, filed 2005-01, 42,000 miles“Tl the contact owns a 1999 Buick Park Avenue. The contact stated that the vehicle suddenly accelerated while backing out of the driveway and failed to brake. When the vehicle was started, the contact heard a loud popping sound and noticed a lot of smoke coming from the tailpipe. As a result, the vehicle crashed into the neighbor's yard and a telephone guide wire. An independent mechanic was called to have the vehicle towed and diagnosed. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 152,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11154905, filed 2018-11, 152,000 miles“When the brake pedal was depressed it almost went to the floor. This resulted in the vehicle not stopping immediately. Tne vehicle was taken to the mechanic who determined that front brake pad separated from the steel and was just lying there. The brake pad still had 50% of wear remaining.”
NHTSA complaint #10079549, filed 2004-07, 50,000 miles“Vehicle has extended braking distance, mostly in wet conditions. When coming from car wash, pedal goes amost to floor. Also, rotors have been replaced 3 times. The tail light always had water in it. The driver seat panel for electric seats was broken. A driver side lock was broken as well. The dealer pointed out that the vehicle's warranty had expired.”
NHTSA complaint #886424, filed 2001-04“While driving the vehicle at 35mph the e right front pad damage the rotor. Dealer has inspected and replace the pad and rotor. Today 12/27/02 again has the same problem and dealer told consumer is normal this kind of problem on this vehicles. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #10001615, filed 2002-12Related recalls
- 99V238000Aug 27, 1999Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The brake booster to pedal assembly attachment nuts may be loose.Covers: Buick Park Avenue 1999, Oldsmobile Aurora 1999, Buick Lesabre 2000
- 99V081000Apr 14, 1999Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with incorrect front brake rotor, brake caliper assembly, brake pads, and caliper…Covers: Buick Park Avenue 1999, Oldsmobile Aurora 1999
Related 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 1999 Buick Park Avenue
39 complaintsFuel system
19 complaintsSeat belts
17 complaintsElectrical system
16 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsTires
7 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Buick Park Avenue
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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