1982 Buick Riviera Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1982 Buick Riviera has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).

1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Riviera?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1982 Buick Riviera recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Recall 82V012Jan 3, 198279,686 vehicles affected

Most common 1982 Buick Riviera problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension1

What owners report

2004-01-08, Suspension
THE CONSUMER HAD AN ENORMOUS AMOUNT OF WORK DONE ON THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE, THE MECHANIC STILL WASN'T ABLE TO DEFINE THE PROBLEM. *LA THE CONSUMER HAD ANOTHER MECHANIC LOOK AT THE VEHICLE AND HE DETERMINED THAT THE TORSION BAR WOULD NOT WORK AS IT WAS INTENDED TO BECAUSE OF THE EXCESSIVE WEAR AND TEAR ON THE FRONT END COMPONENTS. CONSUMER FEELS THAT GM NEEDS TO CHECK THE CARS FOR INSULATION. THE VEHICLE IS NOW REPAIRED. *CB *JB

1982 Buick Riviera questions

Does the 1982 Buick Riviera have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1982 Buick Riviera: Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1982 Buick Riviera?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1982 Buick Riviera 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.

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