1995 Buick Riviera
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 29 of 130 complaints (22%) mention it.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 | vs. 1995 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100 | 2,950–4,100 | 3,100–4,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 20 | 19–21 | 19–20 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17 / 26 | 16–17 / 25–27 | 16–17 / 24–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444 | 423–468 | 444–468 | |
| Complaints filed | 130 | 44 | 43 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 2 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 7 | 0 | 3 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 4 | 1 | 5 | |
| Injuries reported | 8 | 0 | 4 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 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 1995 Buick Riviera have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign 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 1995 Buick Riviera?
Airbags & Restraints: 29 of 130 NHTSA complaints (22%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 1995 Buick Riviera get?
EPA rates it 20 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1995 Buick Riviera?
EPA estimates $3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| 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 | Regular | Midsize Cars | 17 mpg | 26 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 444 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 26 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 15 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 29 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 13 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 6 | 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 (1)
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING · Campaign 00V057000 · Feb 29, 2000
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR SHOULDER BELT(S) DO NOT RETRACT. A RETAINER COULD SEPARATE FROM A REAR SEAT SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR WHICH RESULTS IN THE RETRACTOR RETURN SPRING BECOMING DISENGAGED.
Consequence: IN A CRASH, AN OCCUPANT MAY RECEIVE MORE SEVERE INJURIES IF THERE IS EXCESSIVE SLACK IN THE SHOULDER BELT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH REAR SHOULDER BELT RETRACTORS FOR CORRECT FUNCTION AND INSTALL A SPRING COVER RETAINING STRAP TO EACH RETRACTOR. IF A RETRACTOR DOES NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY, IT WILL BE REPLACED.