1987 Buick Century vs 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1987 Buick Century | 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 28 | 44 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 0 |
| Investigations | 5 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Century | Chevrolet Celebrity |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 8 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 4 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 5 |
| Structure | 0 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
1987 Buick Century
1987 Chevrolet Celebrity
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.