1996 Buick Skylark Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 6%of 85 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the other or unknown of the 1996 Buick Skylark, 6% of the 85 complaints for this model year.
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.
“We replaced the right front wheel bearing hub assembly in 12/98. Our vehicle is now making same noise and we will have to replace the same part again in less than 8 months. We know of another 1996 Skylark owner with the same problem, that owner has since traded his vehicle. I contacted the Buick complaint line asking for assistance in this matter, but was told there was no courtesy reimbursements since the part was guaranteed for 12 months or 12,000 miles. I do not feel this part should have failed at 59000 or 69000 miles. I also feel Buick should have been more responsive to this matter. …”
NHTSA complaint #709074, filed 1999-07“Ongoing problem with engine check light coming on. On three occasions dealer replaced the oxygen sensor under warranty. However, problem reoccurred and oxygen sensor needed to be replaced again. Dealer notified, and has not informed consumer whether oxygen sensor will or will not be replaced at consumer's cost.”
NHTSA complaint #862218, filed 2000-05“Engine check light remains illuminated, indicating a malfunction within the system, cause unknown. Dealer cannot identify the problem. Please give any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #822938, filed 1998-04Other or unknown: other model years
Other parts of the 1996 Buick Skylark
18 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsEngine cooling
15 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Buick Skylark
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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