1994 Buick Park Avenue problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Worth extra scrutiny
The 1994 Buick Park Avenue sits mid-pack among Park Avenue years: 63 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 52, with no recalls and no defect investigations.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across body & structure (11), brakes (11), and electrical system (9), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
63
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
6
Crash-involved
3
Fires reported
7
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1994 compare to other Park Avenue years?
What are the most common 1994 Buick Park Avenue problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 11 | 17% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 11 | 17% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 9 | 14% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 6 | 10% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 4 | 6% | — flat |
| Transmission | 4 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Other | 3 | 5% | — flat |
| Airbags | 2 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 2 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 3% | — flat |
| Suspension | 2 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Latches & Locks | 1 | 2% | — flat |
| Climate Control (A/C & Heat) | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 1 | 2% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 BUICK PARK AVENUE. ALL FOUR SUB FRAME BUSHINGS ON THE ENGINE HAVE RUSTED. TWO OF THEM HAVE BROKEN AND THE OTHER TWO ARE CLOSE TO BREAKING. THE CONTACT IS CONCERNED THE ENGINE WILL FALL OUT OF THE VEHICLE WILL DRIVING CAUSING A POTENTIAL SAFETY HAZARD. THE FAILURE MILEAGE…”
“DUAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING FRONTAL CRASH, APPLIED BRAKES, PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR, CAUSED VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO VEHICLE IN FRONT, VEHICLE AT AUTO REPAIR, AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. *AK”
“THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE WHILE PARKED ON THE CONSUMER DRIVEWAY. THE FIRE GOT STARTED UNDERNEATH THE ENGINE ON THE LEFT FRONT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE IS STILL UNDETERMINED. THE DEALER AND THE…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED AT VARIOUS SPEEDS INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT…”
“VEHICLE PARKED ON INCLINE AND TURNED OFF, TRANSMISSION JUMPED OUT OF GEAR, VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS, INJURING DRIVER WHO WAS BETWEEN DOOR AND VEHICLE. *AK”
1994 Buick Park Avenue — common questions
Is the 1994 Buick Park Avenue reliable?
It is close to typical for the Park Avenue: 63 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and no investigations on file.
What are the most common 1994 Park Avenue problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are body & structure (11 complaints), brakes (11 complaints), electrical system (9 complaints).
Does the 1994 Buick Park Avenue have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Which Buick Park Avenue years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Park Avenue years to avoid are 1997, 1998, 1999, 1995, 1991, 2000, 1992, 1993. The cleanest record among Park Avenue years belongs to 1984.
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.