1996 Buick Skylark engine and engine cooling problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 1996 Buick Skylark — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1996 buick skylark. While driving approximately 25 to 35 mph, the radiator began leaking fluid. On june 22, 2006, a radiator was installed at 2,000 miles. The independent mechanic offered to re-diagnose the failure at the contact's expense. The dealer stated that they would…”
filed Jun 20, 2008
“Tl*the contact owns a 1996 buick skylark. The contact stated that the vehicle leaked antifreeze onto the motor, which then leaked onto the ground. The dealer stated that the failure resided in the lower intake manifold and they would repair it for a fee. The purchase date was unknown. The current…”
filed Jan 10, 2008
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Skylark years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 Skylark | 3 | 13% |
| 1997 Skylark | 10 | 13% |
| 1995 Skylark | 10 | 12% |
| 1994 Skylark | 17 | 25% |
| 1993 Skylark | 6 | 13% |
| 1992 Skylark | 4 | 13% |
| 1991 Skylark | 11 | 29% |
| 1990 Skylark | 5 | 26% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 Buick Skylark
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.