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1996 Buick Riviera

The 1996 Buick Riviera has 69 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (13%) concerns brakes. Next are fuel system (13%) and electrical system (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
69 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Brakes 13% of complaints
Recalls
2
Fuel economy
19 to 21 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

The 1996 Buick Riviera has 69 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (13%) concerns brakes. Next are fuel system (13%) and electrical system (12%).

  • Brakes 13%
  • Fuel system 13%
  • Electrical system 12%
  • Seat belts 12%
  • Engine 10%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1996 Buick Riviera

Recalls

The 1996 Buick Riviera is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 2 recall campaigns for the 1996 Buick Riviera

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 1996 Buick Riviera. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 17 city / 27 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Riviera