2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
17
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
6
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE
The 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE has received a total of 17 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 6 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (3 complaints), Exterior Lightingheadlights (2 complaints), and Air Bags (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE
17 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lightingheadlights | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptivemobility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheelsrim | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Head lights automatically shut off while driving at night: 1) The vehicle senses it is after dusk and automatically turns on headlights while starting the engine (Manual head light switch is in off position). 2) Driver therefore doesn't use manual switch to turn on head lights and proceeds to drive. 3) Approximately 10 minutes later, while driving in the dark, the vehicle automatically turns off the head lights resulting in a dangerous dark situation where driver can not see nor can the vehicle be seen by others. 4) The surprised driver must pull on the manual head light switch to regain head lights. 5) This may potentially happen any and every time the car is started after dusk, especially by a driver not familiar with the vehicle or issue.
DRIVER SIDE HEATED REAR VIEW MIRROR LOST CLARITY AND THE VIEW IS MINIMAL WITH NO VISION WHEN IT IS DARK. THIS IS FORTH BUICK PARK AVE TO DO THIS . 1997. 2000 2003 2004 DEALER WANTS $545.00 FOR THE GLASS ALONE.
DRIVER SIDE HEATED REAR VIEW MIRROR LOST CLARITY AND THE VIEW IS MINIMAL WITH NO VISION WHEN IT IS DARK. THIS IS FORTH BUICK PARK AVE TO DO THIS . 1997. 2000 2003 2004 DEALER WANTS $545.00 FOR THE GLASS ALONE.
WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO OVERHEAT THEN THERE WAS A LOUD POP AND STEAM STARTED COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. UPON INSPECTION IT WAS THE HEATER HOSE FITTING THAT HAD FAILED. ACCORDING TO MOST DEALERSHIPS THIS IS BECOMING A WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE COOLANT SYSTEM. *TR
Safety Rating for the 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE
General Motors, LLC has issued 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
16-NA-025 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin provides information on Behavior of Non-Upgraded OnStar Equipped Vehicles Operating in Canada after Decommissioning of 2G CDMA Cellular Networks
07012004 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
IGNITION SWITCH REMOVAL. *SC
05182004 — STRUCTURE
THE FACEPLATE FOR THE AC CONTROL HEAD HAS BEEN CRACKED. *TT
01557 — STRUCTURE:BODY
BULGE IN LOWER RIGHT A-PILLAR TRIM. SIT BULLETIN 1410433. *TT
02131 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
IGNITION SWITCH KNOB CHANGE. SERVICE VME. *TT
11062003 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
BULGE IN THE RIGHT SIDE A-PILLAR TRIM. *EH
NHTSA Investigations for the 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BUICK PARK AVENUE
- 1999 BUICK PARK AVENUE — 174 complaints
- 2000 BUICK PARK AVENUE — 104 complaints
- 2001 BUICK PARK AVENUE — 71 complaints
- 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE — 41 complaints
- 2003 BUICK PARK AVENUE — 38 complaints
- 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE (current)
- 2005 BUICK PARK AVENUE — 10 complaints
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