1992 Buick Roadmaster problems & reliability
87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Buick Roadmaster. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
14 complaints report injuries (21 injured).
Federal crash records (FARS 2020–2023): 1992 Buick Roadmaster vehicles were involved in 5 fatal crashes with 4 occupant deaths. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 25 | 29% |
| Seat Belts | 11 | 13% |
| Air Bags | 10 | 11% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 11% |
| Structure | 9 | 10% |
| Power Train | 8 | 9% |
| Electrical System | 4 | 5% |
| Equipment | 4 | 5% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 5% |
| Visibility | 4 | 5% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1992 buick roadmaster. The contact stated that after receiving a recall notice in reference to recall 97v217000 (service brakes, hydraulic: antilock), the vehicle was taken in for service. The dealer stated that they would not replace the module that was referenced in the recall, but perform a…”
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Jan 31, 2011
“Excessive rust throughout the entire undercarriage. Recently had a new fuel pump installed and the rust on the straps that hold the gas tank in place was so bad one of them fell off several days later. While being repaired the service center informed me the chassis was about to rust through and the vehicle would no…”
Structure · filed May 11, 2010
“Tl*the contact owns a 1992 buick roadmaster. While driving approximately 25 mph, the contact applied the brakes but the vehicle did not slow down and crashed into the rear end of a vehicle. The driver of the other vehicle was injured and a police report was filed. The contact inspected the vehicle and repaired the…”
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Apr 21, 2010
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- R SEAT BELT WEBBING LENGTH
Preliminary Evaluation PE92079 · opened Sep 9, 1992 · closed Jan 19, 1993
- DASH REFLCTS IN WINDSHIELD
Preliminary Evaluation PE91109 · opened Aug 1, 1991 · closed Nov 29, 1991
Technical service bulletins
5 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Buick Roadmaster.
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
130089009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 1, 2013
Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. *tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. *tt
020730024A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 1, 2005
Doors lock/unlock erratically when using remote transmitter (install new remote door/rear compartment receiver). *tw
739014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 1, 1997
UNKNOWN
438206A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 1, 1995
Wiper chatter during cold weather. *tw
438206 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 1, 1994
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 1992 Buick Roadmaster in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
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