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1993 Buick Roadmaster problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 1993 Buick Roadmaster sits mid-pack among Roadmaster years: 65 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 62, with a single recall and no defect investigations. Complainants reported 10 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across airbags (9), visibility & wipers (9), and brakes (8), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

65

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

13

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

10

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1993 compare to other Roadmaster years?

Roadmaster NHTSA complaints by model year, 1993 highlighted132 complaints1989: 2 complaints1990: 0 complaints1991: 9 complaints1992: 105 complaints1993: 65 complaints1994: 132 complaints1995: 76 complaints1996: 62 complaints1999: 1 complaints
Roadmaster NHTSA complaints by model year, 1993 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1993 Buick Roadmaster problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags914%
Visibility & Wipers914%
Brakes812%
Suspension711%
Seat Belts58%
Engine46%
Steering46%
Transmission35%
Speed Control35%
Other35%
Electrical System23%
Latches & Locks23%
Body & Structure23%
Seats12%
Tires & Wheels12%
Lighting12%
Fuel System12%

Does the 1993 Buick Roadmaster have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07E088000OtherOctober 24, 2007 · 121,680 units

Defect

CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy

HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WINDSHIELDS WORKING AWAY FROM EDGE OF FRAME, DUE TO FILM DEVELOPING IN LAMINATING MATERIALS, DLR INDICATES IT WILL EVENTUALLY STOP THE PROGRESSION, DOT 18M418, LAMINATION #4, AS1 28 3, PPG SUNGATE SHADED SLOW LIGHT PROGRESSED OVER 2 YRS. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers

“WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE THE AIR BAG LIGHT CUTS ON AND STAYS ON UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF OFF. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · January 22, 1997

“BRAKES: ABS LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY COMING ON AND VEHICLE WAS PULLING TO THE LEFT, REPLACED SENSOR . TOOK IN AGAIN IN JULY FOR THE SAME PROBLEM, HAD ENTIRE WIRING HARNESS TO ABS SYSTEM REPLACED. DRIVING AND TURNING TO RIGHT TO GET ON RAMP LEFT FRONT BRAKES LOCKED, AND VEHICLE SPUN COUNTER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 13, 1997

“BUICK ROADMASTER SEDAN TRAVELING AT 30 MPH ON A CLEAR DRY DAY ON A PAVED SMOOTH ROAD AROUND A CURVE, THE LOWER BALL JOINT SEVERED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO VEER OFF THE ROAD INTO A LARGE YARD. THE BALL JOINT WAS FROM A FOREIGN MANUFACTURER. AS A RESULT, ALL FOUR BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED WITH HIGH…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · August 3, 2013 · crash

“CONSUMER'S SEAT BELT ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE DID NOT RELEASE AFTER SHE PRESSED THE BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTON. TWO OTHERS HAD TO PULL BELT FOR HER, SQUEEZING UNDER THE BELT. REPAIRED ON 09-MAR-97 AT ED RODGERS 674 BOCKMAN WAY SPARTA, TN. 38583. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · March 9, 1997

1993 Buick Roadmaster — common questions

Is the 1993 Buick Roadmaster reliable?

It is close to typical for the Roadmaster: 65 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 1993 Roadmaster problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (9 complaints), visibility & wipers (9 complaints), brakes (8 complaints).

Does the 1993 Buick Roadmaster have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1993 Buick Roadmaster. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Buick Roadmaster years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Roadmaster years to avoid are 1994, 1992. The cleanest record among Roadmaster years belongs to 1990.

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.