1999 Buick Park Avenue
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 43 of 140 complaints (31%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Steering include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 246 in 1998 to 140 in 1999.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | vs. 1999 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100–4,100 | 3,100–3,300 | 3,100–4,100 | 3,100–4,100 | 3,100–3,900 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–20 | 19–20 | 19–20 | 19–20 | 20 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16–17 / 24–26 | 16–17 / 25–26 | 16–17 / 25 | 16–17 / 25–27 | 16–17 / 26–27 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444–468 | 444–468 | 444–468 | 444–468 | 444 | |
| Complaints filed | 219 | 246 | 140 | 81 | 57 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 5 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 3 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 21 | 29 | 22 | 7 | 6 | |
| Injuries reported | 9 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 4 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 1999 Buick Park Avenue have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 1999 Buick Park Avenue?
Engine: 43 of 140 NHTSA complaints (31%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 1999 Buick Park Avenue get?
EPA rates it 19–20 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1999 Buick Park Avenue?
EPA estimates $3,100–$4,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 25 mpg | 19 mpg (low) | $4,100 (high) | 468 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 17 mpg (high) | 25 mpg | 20 mpg (high) | $3,100 (low) | 444 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 43 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 19 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 16 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY · Campaign 04V090000 · Mar 1, 2004
Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK CAN CAUSE A BACKFIRE.
Consequence: THE BACKFIRE CAN RUPTURE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE RUPTURE OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD CAN DISPLACE A FUEL LINE, PULLING AN INJECTOR OUT OF PLACE, AND CAUSING A FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLE FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM · Campaign 99V238000 · Aug 30, 1999
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO PEDAL ASSEMBLY ATTACHMENT NUTS MAY BE LOOSE.
Consequence: IF THESE NUTS ARE LOOSE, THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY BE LOW, THE ASSEMBLY MAY BE LOOSE, THE BRAKES MAY NOT RELEASE, AND IF THE NUTS BACK COMPLETELY OFF, BRAKING MAY BE LOST. ALSO FUME AND WATER INTRUSION TO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAN OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY MISSING BRAKE BOOSTER TO BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY NUTS AND TIGHTEN ALL FOUR (4) NUTS TO SPECIFIED TORQUE.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC · Campaign 99V081000 · Apr 20, 1999
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH INCORRECT FRONT BRAKE ROTOR, BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY, BRAKE PADS, AND CALIPER MOUNTING BRACKET ON EITHER THE LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.
Consequence: A VEHICLE WITH THIS CONDITION CAN PULL TO ONE SIDE DURING A BRAKING MANEUVER. IN ADDITION, VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE COULD BE INCREASED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR CORRECT BRAKE PARTS AND REPLACE ANY INCORRECT ROTORS, CALIPER ASSEMBLIES, BRAKE PADS, AND CALIPER MOUNTING BRACKETS.