CarRecallWatchThe 1990 Buick Riviera has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (4 reports).
1990 Buick Riviera recalls
Most common 1990 Buick Riviera problems
Problem areas named in the 16 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
VEHICLE HESITATE D BEFORE ACCELERATING. DEALERSHIP WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK
ABS BRAKING PROBLEM, WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS NOISE AND LESS BRAKING POWER. *AK
WHILE DRIVING AND UPON ATTEMTPING TO STOP, BRAKE PEDAL GOT VERY HARD, CAUSING COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. THIS CAUSED CONSUMER TO SKID OUT INTO TRAFFIC. IT HAS BEEN AN ONGOING PROBLEM. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER HAS REPLACED PART NUMBER 1646523, PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES CONTINUALLY FAILING, SEVERAL REPLACEMENTS HOWEVER CONTINUES TO FAIL, ALMOST RESULTING IN VEHICLE ACCIDENTS DUE TO LOSS OF CONTROL. MJS
CONSUMER HAS A COMPLAINT CONCERNING DEALER/MANUFACTURER'S. REFUSAL TO REPLACE DEFECTIVE DRIVER'S AIR BAG. *AK
1990 Buick Riviera questions
Does the 1990 Buick Riviera have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1990 Buick Riviera: Seat Belts:Front:Webbing; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Brake Fluid Low Warning: Lamp; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift; Seat Belts:Front:Retractor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Buick Riviera?
Based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (4), Air Bags (3), Exterior Lighting (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1990 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.