CarRecallWatchThe 1992 Buick Riviera has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (3 reports).
1992 Buick Riviera recalls
Most common 1992 Buick Riviera problems
Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER SEAT BELT CATCHES AND WILL NOT FEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER WHO MENTIONED, NHTSA RECALL # 113343 PERTAINING TO THE SEAT BELT WEBBING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. UPDATED 9/27/2006 - THE VEHICLW WAS ALSO NOT INCLUDED IN THE STEERING SHAFT COUPLER RECALL 91V-157000. THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WOULD NOT LOCK UP. *NM
WHILE TRAVELING AT 30 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE PULLED OUT OF A PARKING LOT ILLEGALLY, AND CONSUMER HIT OTHER CAR ON REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. CONSUMER HAS NOT CONTACTED BUICK. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
COOPER TIRE LIFE LINER, CLASSIC II, 205/70R15 WAS ON A BUICK, RIVIERA, 1992. WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED RIGHT FRONT TIRE SUDDENLY EXPLODED, CAUSING TREAD TO SEPARATE FROM SIDEWALL. THIS HAPPENED AFTER TRAVELING A SHORT DISTANCE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
VEHICLE WAS IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, EXTERIOR TEMPERATURE GAUGE RED LINE APPEARED AND THE BRAKES BECAME VERY SPONGY. WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED, RESULTED IN LOSS OF CONTROL. CONSUMER SAID THAT WITH REDUCED TRAFFIC AND INCREASED SPEED, COOLING OCCURED AND THE BRAKE PEDAL EFFECTIVENESS RETURNED. CONTACTED DEALER. *ML
WHILE DRIVING SMOKE CAME OUT OF THE IGNITION. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
1992 Buick Riviera questions
Does the 1992 Buick Riviera have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1992 Buick Riviera: Seat Belts:Front:Webbing; Steering:Rack And Pinion. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Buick Riviera?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (3), Vehicle Speed Control (2), Suspension (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1992 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.