Does the 1997 Buick Park Avenue have any recalls?

The 1997 Buick Park Avenue has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with seat belts:front:webbing.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue?

355 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue?

There are 76 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue.

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1997 Buick Park Avenue service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

Base Sedan 4-Door
Ultra Sedan 4-Door

Engines covered

3.8L 3800CC 231Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
3.8L 3800CC 231Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Supercharged

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1997 Buick Park Avenue Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #00V11700018/04/2000Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE FRONT SEAT SHOULDER BELTS THAT MAY TWIST, ALLOWING THE WEBBING TO BECOME JAMMED IN THE RETRACTOR.

Consequence

WHEN THE SHOULDER BELT WEBBING BECOMES JAMMED IN THE RETRACTOR, THE BELT MAY BE UNUSABLE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF UPDATED FRONT SHOULDER BELT BEZELS AND WHERE NECESSARY, INS

TSB #10208027

This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and

TSB #10171318

TSB #10170494

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.

TSB #10248444

Vehicle Recalls

TSB #10168979

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce

TSB #10166638

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

TSB #10165876

TSB #10157018

Showing the 8 most recent of 76 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20100427Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reportedFire reported2 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1997 BUICK PARK AVENUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN ACCELERATING WITHOUT DRIVER INTENT. HE THEN ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE

20050328Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTALCrash reportedFire reported

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH THE CONSUMER HIT A DEER. THE DUAL AIR BAG DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT, HOWEVER THE DRIVER SIDE CAUGHT FIRE. NO INJURIES REPORTED. AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDI

20050305Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGCrash reportedFire reported

PUSHROD MALFUNCTIONED IN THE ENGINE, CAUSED CAR ACCIDENT.*AK

20051101Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERSCrash reported

FRONT SUB FRAME OF 1997 BUICK PARK AVENUE ROTTED AND COLLAPSED. FORTUNATELY IT HAPPENED WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE. AXEL ASSEMBLY PULLED OUT OF SOCKET. PICTURES WERE TAKEN AT THE SEEN AND

20010724Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITEDCrash reported

ON TWO OCCASSIONS, ONE ON DRY PAVEMENT, ONE ON WET, IN A PANIC STOP SITUATION, THERE WAS LITTLE OR NO BRAKING FOR A TIME. IT WAS AS IF THE ABS STARTED ON THE WRONG CYCLE (NO BRAKING). THE STOPPING DI

Showing the 5 most serious of 355 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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