CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Buick Park Avenue has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (8 reports).
2003 Buick Park Avenue recalls
Most common 2003 Buick Park Avenue problems
Problem areas named in the 33 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 8 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Tires | 5 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
New tires installed on vehicle 12/10/24. Passenger rear tire blew out at 65mph on interstate on 12/16/24. Car was able to be controlled, some damage to vehicle. Could have resulted in severe injury and/or death.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 BUICK PARK AVENUE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND NOTICED OIL DRIPPING DOWN ON THE SPARK PLUGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS LEAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000. UPDATED 06/02/17*LJ UPDATED 06/27/18*JB
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 BUICK PARK AVENUE. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO MALFUNCTION. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 84,000.
ABNORMAL WEAR PATTERN, LOW MILEAGE, NEW TIRE < 8 MONTHS SERVICE, ALIGNMENT CHECK / GOOD, TIE RODS, BALL JOINTS, SHOCKS LIKE NEW. TIRE CORD/ BELTS BARE EXPOSED ON OUTSIDE EDGE OF TIRE 1/3 OF CIRCUMFERENCE. WORN SMOOTH, NO CUPPING. POSSIBLE RUBBER COMPOUND ISSUE. ONLY ABNORMAL WEAR FOUND ON 1/3 OF TIRE ROTATION. TIRE MANUFACTURE PIRELLI, NEAR ZERO M/S P235/55ZR 17, DOT NS EK F661 5014 ESTIMATED <10,000 MILES PICTURES AVAILABLE
FRONT CENTER MOTOR MOUNT FAILED @ 66KMILES.
2003 Buick Park Avenue questions
Does the 2003 Buick Park Avenue have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2003 Buick Park Avenue: Latches/Locks/Linkages:Trunk Lid:Lock. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Buick Park Avenue?
Based on 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (8), Electrical System (5), Tires (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Buick Park Avenue has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.