1977 Buick Electra problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Limited data — recalls on file
NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 1977 Buick Electra — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.
1
NHTSA complaints
2
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
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NCAP overall
How does 1977 compare to other Electra years?
What are the most common 1977 Buick Electra problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 1 | 100% | new |
Does the 1977 Buick Electra have recalls?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“FOUR FRONT POWER SEAT ATTACHMENT SCREWS STRIPPED OUT OF THEIR THREADED HOUSING COUNTERPART ON THE DRIVER'S 60/40 COMBINATION SEAT. *AK”
1977 Buick Electra — common questions
Is the 1977 Buick Electra reliable?
The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.
Does the 1977 Buick Electra have recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1977 Buick Electra. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.