1995 Buick Riviera: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1995 Buick Riviera: 1 recall, 130 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #00V057000 · 2000 · 85,253 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear shoulder belt(s) do not retract. A retainer could separate from a rear seat shoulder belt retractor which results in the retractor return spring becoming disengaged.
Why it matters: In a crash, an occupant May receive more severe injuries if there is excessive slack in the shoulder belt.
The fix: Dealers will inspect both rear shoulder belt retractors for correct function and install a spring cover retaining strap to each retractor. If a retractor does not function correctly, it will be replaced.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 8 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (21): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (5), leaks (4).
- Seat belts (21): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (18): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), noise or vibration (3), hard / delayed shifting (3).
- Electrical (17): the most common themes are electrical failure (5), stalls / loses power (3), warning light on (3).
The 1995 Buick Riviera has 130 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 9 Riviera model years for complaints (4.0× the average Riviera year). Complaints peaked in 2000 (23 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 75,100 miles. Neighboring years: 1996 (44 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1995 Buick Riviera have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1995 Buick Riviera. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1995 Buick Riviera problems?
Owners have filed 130 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (21), seat belts (21), transmission & drivetrain (18).
What gas mileage does the 1995 Buick Riviera get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.8 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1995 Buick Riviera repair manual?
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