1995 Buick Riviera vs 1997 Buick Riviera
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1995 Buick Riviera | 1997 Buick Riviera |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 130 | 43 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 56 | 56 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 19–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,100 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Riviera | Buick Riviera |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 21 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 6 |
| Steering | 13 | 10 |
| Power Train | 18 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 5 |
| Structure | 8 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
1995 Buick Riviera
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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.