Buick Estate years to avoid
Across 1974–1994, no single Estate year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1986 drew the most complaints; 1988 the fewest.
7
Total complaints
8
Recall campaigns
1974–1994
Years covered
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Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Estate year
Common questions
What is the best year for the Buick Estate?
By complaint volume, 1988 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Estate years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Buick Estate have?
Across all model years, the Estate has 8 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 7 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.